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<\/p>\nImagine waking up each morning eager and energetic,\u00a0filled with hope\u00a0and enthusiasm about life, prepared to handle any challenge.<\/p>\n
For an\u00a0optimist, this happens every day. When you feel inspired, nothing stands in your way, which is why optimists find the\u00a0most success\u00a0in life.<\/p>\n
A positive mental outlook is important because it can enhance all areas of your life, from your friendships to your career. If you can find the positive, even in a challenging situation, you are more likely to overcome these challenges and see a route forward. At Careerwise, we know what helps a career to shine. Candidates with a positive outlook stand out straight away, as problem solvers who are easy to work with \u2013 sought after by every employer! Mental strength and resilience are at the root of this positive attitude, and so it is vital to cultivate this aspect of your mental health. Whether to help you in your career or to improve your social life, taking action to improve your outlook can change your life.<\/p>\n
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So what can you do to be more positive and create positive change? Check out my 20 tips below:<\/p>\n
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1. Spend Time with Positive People<\/strong><\/p>\n Spend time with positive friends and family members to increase the likelihood that their positive thinking habits will become your habits as well.<\/p>\n 2. Take Responsibility for Your Behaviour<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0Acknowledge your role in any situation and take responsibility for your behaviour. Accepting responsibility can help you learn from mistakes and prevent you from blaming others unfairly.<\/p>\n 3. Read \/ Listen to Positive and Inspirational Material<\/strong><\/p>\n Spend time each day reading or listening to something that encourages positive thinking.<\/p>\n 4. Recognize and Replace Negative Thoughts<\/strong><\/p>\n You won\u2019t be successful at positive thinking if you\u2019re still plagued by frequent negative thoughts. Learn to recognize and replace overly negative thoughts.<\/p>\n 5. Establish and Work Toward Goals<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0Goals will give you motivation to overcome those obstacles when you encounter problems along the way. Without clear goals, it\u2019s harder to make decisions and gauge your progress.<\/p>\n 6. Offer Compliments to Others<\/strong><\/p>\n Be genuine in your praise and compliments.<\/p>\n 7. Practice Self-Care<\/strong><\/p>\n Get plenty of rest and exercise and practice managing your stress well. Taking care of your physical and mental health will provide you with more energy to focus on positive thinking.<\/p>\n 8. Don\u2019t Waste Time Feeling Sorry for yourself<\/strong><\/p>\n Mentally strong people don\u2019t sit around feeling sorry about their circumstances or how others have treated them. Instead, they take responsibility for their role in life and understand that life isn\u2019t always easy or fair.<\/p>\n 9. Don\u2019t Shy Away from Change<\/strong><\/p>\n Mentally strong people don\u2019t try to avoid change. Instead, they welcome positive change and are willing to be flexible. They understand that change is inevitable and believe in their abilities to adapt.<\/p>\n 10. Don\u2019t Waste Energy on Things you can\u2019t Control<\/strong><\/p>\n You won\u2019t hear a mentally strong person complaining over lost luggage or traffic jams. Instead, they focus on what they can control in their lives. They recognize that sometimes, the only thing they can control is their attitude.<\/p>\n 11. Don\u2019t Worry About Pleasing Everyone<\/strong><\/p>\n Mentally strong people recognize that they don\u2019t need to please everyone all the time. They\u2019re not afraid to say no or speak up when necessary. They strive to be kind and fair but can handle other people being upset if they don\u2019t make them happy.<\/p>\n 12. Don\u2019t Fear Taking Calculated Risks<\/strong><\/p>\n Mentally strong people don\u2019t take reckless or foolish risks but don\u2019t mind taking calculated risks. Mentally strong people spend time weighing the risks and benefits before making a big decision, and they\u2019re fully informed of the potential downsides before they take action.<\/p>\n 13. Don\u2019t Dwell on the Past<\/strong><\/p>\n Mentally strong people don\u2019t waste time dwelling on the past and wishing things could be different. They acknowledge their past and can say what they\u2019ve learned from it.<\/p>\n 14. Don\u2019t Make the Same Mistakes Over and Over<\/strong><\/p>\n Mentally strong people accept responsibility for their Behavior and learn from their past mistakes. As a result, they don\u2019t keep repeating those mistakes over and over<\/p>\n 15. Don\u2019t Resent Other People\u2019s Success<\/strong><\/p>\n Mentally strong people can appreciate and celebrate other people\u2019s success in life. They don\u2019t grow jealous or feel cheated when others surpass them.<\/p>\n 16.\u00a0Be honest with yourself and others.<\/strong><\/p>\n Happy people often exhibit the virtues of honesty and trustworthiness. They would rather give you candid feedback, even when the truth hurts, and they expect the same in return. Happy people respect people who give them honest opinions.<\/p>\n 17.\u00a0Show signs of happiness.<\/strong><\/p>\n This one may sound obvious but it\u2019s a key differentiator between happy and unhappy people. Think about your happiest friends. Chances are, the mental image you form is of them smiling, laughing, and appearing genuinely happy. On the flip side, those who aren\u2019t happy tend to look the part. Their posture may be slouched and you may perceive a lack of confidence.<\/p>\n 18.\u00a0Be passionate<\/strong><\/p>\n Another thing happy people have in common is their ability to find their passions in life and pursue those passions to the fullest.<\/p>\n 19. See challenges as opportunities<\/strong><\/p>\n Happy people accept challenges and use them as opportunities to learn and grow. They turn negatives into positives and make the best out of seemingly bad situations.<\/p>\n 20.\u00a0Happy people live in the present.<\/strong><\/p>\n While unhappy people tend to dwell on the past and worry about the future, happy people live in the moment. They are grateful for \u201cthe now\u201d and focus their efforts on living life to the fullest in the present.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/em>\u201cAction may not always bring happiness, but there is no happiness without action.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n – Benjamin Disraeli<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Whether you are a natural optimist, or you have worked on yourself to cultivate a positive attitude, there is no doubt that having a job you love is a key component of everyday happiness. If you need a change and are looking for a job in Ireland, get in touch with CareerWise today. We Ireland\u2019s leading specialist recruitment firm, based in Cork<\/a>, Shannon<\/a> and Galway<\/a>, Mayo<\/a> and Dublin<\/a> and we can help you to find your ideal new job in Ireland. We specialise in the Engineering, Supply Chain, Science\/Pharma, IT and Accounting industries in Ireland, and we look forward to working with you. Contact us online now or call us at +353 (0) 21 206 1900 to arrange a consultation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" For an optimist, this happens every day. When you feel inspired, nothing stands in your way, which is why optimists find the most success in life. So what can you do to be more positive and create positive change? 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