Each day many people face personal challenges which may seem overwhelming to them. In the midst of these challenges is often adversity and hardship. Do you ever wonder why it is that some people seem to handle their challenges “better” than others? Or why some people can look at the positive aspects of what might, to others, look like a negative situation?
It might surprise you to know that some sources state that we are all born with an amazing strength to keep positive during difficult times. This inner strength, however, can become hidden or suppressed by pressures of modern living and convert to negative thoughts and feelings. It is this negativity that can rob us of experiencing life to its fullest.
You have heard that old question, “is your glass half-empty or half full?” How you answer that question about positive thinking may give you some insight as to how you are doing on your own outlook on life, your attitude toward yourself and whether you are optimistic or pessimistic.
If you think that you would like to improve your PMA (Positive Mental Attitude), it can be done. According to the article, “Positive Thinking: Practice This Stress Management Skill,” found on the Mayo Clinic Website-May 2007, positive thinking is a skill that can be learned. Positive thinking techniques aim to help people be more aware of the power of their thoughts and moods and how to manage them in order to lead happier lives. The central idea is that it is not what happens to you, that lead you to be happy or sad, but how you interpret those things.
You can start by learning how you can take charge of your own health by learning more about healthy lifestyles. Join your friends on Tuesday, March 12th from 5-7 PM and Wednesday, March 13th from 8 AM - 2 PM at Richland County Fair Event Center for the Community Health Fair. It is here where you will find ways to fill your glass back up with positive thinking and learn lifestyle changes to find that inner positive strength to increase your own health and wellness levels.
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