Positive versus Negative Attitude
Having a positive attitude means focusing on the good in people, situations, and events instead of dwelling on the bad. For instance, even when facing a string of unfortunate events, one might still remain nice and cheerful with others saying, "Have a great day" while the negative person replies with a bitter "What's so good about it?"
A negative attitude is when someone chooses to focus on the negative aspects of people, situations, events, etc. rather than acknowledging the good. For instance, even if a person has abundant power, wealth, and influence with exceptional luck, if they still find reasons to complain and rant, it shows a clear example of a negative attitude.
Gratitude is a powerful and uncomplicated feeling that encompasses being thankful and appreciative of the good things in life. It entails acknowledging and valuing the kindness, support, or positive moments one has experienced through others or from life itself. Gratitude brings a sense of warmth and appreciation that can uplift one's spirits, strengthen relationships, and improve overall well-being. It's like an emotional expression of gratitude that serves as a reminder of all the positive aspects of life, even during difficult
Being thankful is a strong emotion that can positively impact our lives in numerous ways. Showing gratitude and nurturing it within ourselves has been connected to heightened levels of joy, enhanced physical wellness, improved mental state, increased self-worth, and overall satisfaction with life.
Scientifically proven benefits of being thankful:
- Being thankful allows for more opportunities to form relationships.
- Gratitude has a positive effect on physical health.
- Expressing gratitude can improve overall psychological well-being.
- Feeling grateful increases empathy and decreases aggressive behavior.
- Individuals who practice gratitude tend to sleep better.
- Having an attitude of gratitude can enhance self-esteem.
- Gratefulness is linked to greater mental resilience.
Limiting beliefs can hold a person back and create unnecessary boundaries around their self-worth. When these negative beliefs are prevalent, individuals may find themselves feeling trapped in their comfort zone or settling for less than they deserve.
Negative: I'm going to fail no matter how hard I try, so why even try?
Positive: I might fail, but what if I fail? I can learn from it.
Negative: I always fall short of my goals despite my best efforts.
Positive: I consistently give my all toward achieving my goals.
Negative: I have already given it my all. There is nothing else I can do.
Positive: I gave it my best effort, but there is always room for improvement. How can I continue to improve?
References: my psychology studies and decades of nursing experience.
Erika M Szabo
Erika loves to dance to her own tunes and follow her dreams, introducing her story-writing skills and her books that are based on creative imagination with themes such as magical realism, alternate history, urban fantasy, cozy mystery, sweet romance, and supernatural stories. Her children’s stories are informative, and educational, and deliver moral values in a non-preachy way.