Positive Thinking Articles

Do you often view your glass as being half full or half empty? Do you tend to focus more on your blessings or your problems? Your positivity (or negativity) is more than just a personality trait. It can influence your body, overall way of life, and health. You will live longer and be happier and healthier with a positive attitude toward life. Positive psychological surveys indicate that being positive and having an optimistic outlook toward life attracts positive things such as success and happiness.

Lately, my heart has been uplifted by the joy and hope that is so strongly felt by everyone during the holiday season. Part of the Christmas celebration is to renew our faith in the light that naturally shines through each one of us. The deeper message of the season is that we can experience a rebirth from our physical or matter-bound existence and embrace the limitless nature of our own soul. It is the time of year that we recognize each of us carries an individual spark of divine creation.

How can I cure my annxiety? Anxiety is very much an individual experience, and can be caused by a wide variety of physical complaints and life situations. It is of course quite normal and even necessary for our survival to be anxious in a frightening situation, but when continual and excessive worrying starts to dominate our everyday lives, the quality of our whole life experience is affected.

Imagine being firmly committed to your deepest ambitions. Imagine feeling energetic and enthusiastic about your relationships, career, and all the things you want. Envision a future as bright and promising as any you have ever imagined. Is this your typical day-to-day outlook? Do you adjust easily to unexpected obstacles and handle stressful situations resiliently? Do you thrive on challenges, or do you tend to withdraw from them? Henry Ford said, "You can do anything if you

Emmet Fox, a 1940’s new thought minister, stressed the importance of setting a mental equivalent to create an abundant life, borrowing the term from chemistry and physics. If engineers can work out the equivalent of heat in order to determine how much energy it represents in the form of another energy, so can we. What does this say about the way we are perfectly capable of instituting positive change in our lives and world?

The battle within the self is between apathy and purpose. Apathy kills purpose. Purpose kills apathy. Apathy is a terrible and poor companion for life, business or romance.nnWhy anyone would choose it deliberately is ludicrous. It is only when we seek to avoid effort that we find reasons to justify apathy’s apparent control over us. It is mediocre at making excuses, but even less satisfactory at creating inspiration or meaning. There is not much going for it really. Its

"...in spite of everything I still believe that people nare really good at heart." n~ Anne Frank, 1944 nnHave you ever wondered why some people feel down and defeated when faced with difficult situations, while others feel challenged and hopeful? Or why some people get all worked up and angry over small inconveniences and disagreements, while others respond more positively? These different reactions are due to how people interpret events - whether they view things from an opt

n Set goalsn Setting goals is the start of your road to success, without realistic and achievable goals, you won't get very far. Here you can investigate some tools that will help you better explore and improve your self confidence and really see your own personal growth. Listen This ...

Lois is a wonderfully sweet 88-year-old neighbor who has dozens of friends, is always busy with community affairs, and has the loveliest garden in the world. How does Lois do that? At age 88, how is she constantly filled with vitality, and in high demand by everyone in the community? Lois is an everyday, ordinary, unassuming guru who demonstrates that “we attract what we are.” She often tells me that the Art of Living is merely a matter of sustaining an accepting mood to li

Ah, the holiday rush is here. Parties and shopping. Decorations and Christmas caroles. Less than three weeks till Christmas and full steam ahead! Thus begins my weekly trip to the grocery store. Jenna, my two-year old, hums “Jingle Bells” from the backseat. The route from our house brings us past the purple and white banners of Texas Christian University, home of the mighty Horned Frogs. Jenna and I have a special game we play on this stretch of Berry Street.

WYSIWYG This is going to “jolt” you—nbecause it says “not true” to many of your cherished beliefs. Are you familiar with the acronym WYSIWYG? It stands for “what you see is what you ‘get’!” Consider this: So strange at first, quantum physics is suggesting there is no reality until it is ...

The economic analysts are “living large” right now. Everyone is looking to them to project what’s going to happen to interest rates, the price of gas, the housing market, the stock market, shall I go further? nnI’ve been around numbers all my life and am a fair to good analyst. If you gave me enough time on a computer, without my 3 and 5 year old daughters begging to see Hannah Montana, even I could make the numbers tell you wide variety of predictions that we’ve be

Research shows that worrying and negative thinking can actually make things worse in your life. You add unneeded stress to your life, which can lead to all sorts of health problems including stroke and heart attack. For this reason alone, you should stop thinking negatively and start thinking positively. Unfortunately, this is not enough for some people to stop thinking negatively. So for that reason, I present you with 3 additional benefits of positive thinking. Accomplish More In Life

Once upon a time I was so depressed and so convinced my life was going nowhere that I quit my job and lay helpless in bed for three weeks feeling sorry for myself. What I was unable to realize at the time was that my depression was largely a result of my ‘stinkin thinkin’. My mind was a consistent chaotic symphony of so many negative thoughts and beliefs that everywhere I looked in life all that was reflected back to me was sorrow, dread and tragedy – a mere projection of my

All too often when you focus on your spiritual growth and development you fail to see the rich opportunities that are ever present in your workplace. Yet, for many of you the office, is where you spend the greatest portion of your time. With your colleagues, bosses, employees, clients and customers you have ample opportunity to nourish and expand your experience of forgiveness, compassion, kindness, and yes, a four-letter word infrequently uttered at work, Love. It is unfortunate that so many people compartmentalize their spirituality and the workplace becomes a place devoid of spirit.

We are all looking for a little self-development to help us on the road to being more successful in the workplace and at home managing all our relationships, here you can find ten top tips that may help you. 1. Create your own visio You cannot set your sights on the horizon if you don't ...

The rat race trains you to follow a specific path to be successful in life. However, the reward comes at the expense of your hopes and dreams. Once you realize that you are in control of your own success, your dreams will beat the rat race. Most of you have heard of the rats in the maze experiments. Researchers believed rats would learn to follow a specific path if it was reinforced by the reward of food at the end. A psychologist named Edward Chace Tolman believed this idea of behavioral learning was wrong and set out to prove his theory.

How often have you sent out a proposal, done something for another person, been through a terrible relationship and proclaimed, “Oh, that’s the absolute last time. I will never go through that again.” The truth is, if you live a long life, you will see those same challenges cropping up over and ...How often have you sent out a proposal, done something for another person, been through a terrible relationship and proclaimed, “Oh, that’s the absolute last time.

I saw it the moment I walked into the bookstore. Standing upright, featured prominently on the table of “Bargain Books,” a title greeted me and took my breath away. It was years ago, but even the memory of it leaves me inspired: a book so profound, it has lingered in my mind ever since. The ...

The idea was born in a bubble bath. Donna Collins, now the Executive Director of The Global Peace Project, contemplated an idea for a peace enhancement study that could transform the city of Dallas, whose crime rate ranked number one for cities of more than a million people for ten consecutive years. In my Voices of Peace interview with Donna, she says, “We were not interested in a crime study. We were interested in a ‘peace enhancement’ study that just happened to have the side effect of reducing crime.

You’re about to begin an important project --- and suddenly all the chores you’ve been ignoring demand immediate attention. This happens whenever I head towards my computer for some serious writing. Dishes, laundry, plants that need repotting – anything and everything keeps me from my desk.nnAccording to recent studies, we ALL procrastinate. For twenty percent of us, it is a chronic problem in our lives. Procrastination makes us feel weak or indecisive… and later on,

Sometimes we must realize that certain people aren’t worth our time or effort. They may be egomaniacal or malicious in their willful choice to negatively impact others, but if we decide to address or deal with them in any kind of rational way it can eventually become nothing more than an exercise in futility.

1. Sticks and stones won’t break my bones” – and words won’t leave any measurable physical damage, but they will cause progressive, long-term harm. Never underestimate the power of words: words are used to brainwash. Being told you are “stupid”, “ugly”, “lazy” or “worthless” is never acceptable. The first times you hear it, it will hurt, naturally. In time you “may get used to” hearing it from a partner. That’s when you start to internalise and believe it. When that happens

1. Choose the Right Profession – So many people out there hate their jobs. Those who are miserable over their job make everyone around them miserable. Their unhappiness reflects in their work performance and in their attitude. It is very important that one try to work in a profession that makes them happy, gives them a sense of pride, and makes them feel fulfilled. If one’s job does not bring about such feelings then, perhaps, it is time to look for one that will.

While walking around my favorite pond this morning, I came upon a little girl and her mom feeding the geese. The little girl was probably three years old. She was having the time of her life. But, all of a sudden two of the geese got into a squabble about one specific piece of bread, and all hell broke loose. The little girl began crying hysterically. Mom quickly picked her up and tried soothing her, but the child would have no part of it. She felt fear, and there was nothin

How do you find your way back to YOUR DREAMS once you believe you’ve lost your potential to achieve them? How is it that you misplaced them to begin with? Are you at cause or effect? Did someone cause you to effectively lose faith in your ability to go after your dreams? Is that really true? Did you digress to childhood memories where feelings of inadequacy are resurfacing? Is it that you think you are undeserving of success so you repeat a familiar history of self sabotage?

Recently, a reader asked me to briefly explain what I mean by Christ Consciousness. It is discussed in newest book The Oneness Gospel: Birthing the Christ Consciousness and Divine Human in You (coming soon!) By Christ Consciousness, I mean the state of attunement and alignment Jesus had with the Father, a state of being, and elevated state of consciousness. A state where only love exists. Hence, he was so identified with the Father, he considered himself one with Him at all times. You will find him referring to himself as such, throughout the Gospel of John.r

I love Thanksgiving. I mea I really LOVE Thanksgiving. I love that it is a holiday purely about stopping everything to give thanks for our lives, our blessings, the food on the table and the people in our lives. It is a time to feel grateful and give thanks to the universe, and the Creator for all that life has provided and all that we have received. It is not about giving presents, nor is it a religious holiday, but to me it is a spiritual holiday. It is a holiday for me to

We have a new year coming at us, and it will be here shortly. Think of all the possibilities. Think of all the good things waiting for you. Think of all the things you’re going to accomplish over the next twelve months. I’m sure you have a list of resolutions already prepared.

HAPPINESS 25 ways to feel happy from the inside out by UK Life Coach Lucy Pemberton-Platt Use positive affirmations to affirm the way you want to be and feel. Become conscious of thoughts about yourself and others. Use positive statements to set positive intentions for how you want to feel and act. Start to form friendships that support you in being the best of who you are. Have compassion for people who are less than positive. You’re being negative about their negativity prevents your peace of mind.

If we live past a certain age, we have known failure. Failure helps us discover what's really important. It teaches us lessons we might otherwise have never learned. It imparts a wisdom that's hard to come by. Billionaire J. K. Rowling is a brilliant model of failure and success. The author of the much-beloved Harry Potter books, she was before Harry came along, a single mother living on state benefits. In her 2008 commencement speech to Harvard graduates, she cautioned their rosy futures with two powerful statements:

Do I need to go to a temple to love God? Do I need to go to an arboretum to love nature? Do I need to go to a therapist to love myself? If my life is a dance, then love is already here, and I need go nowhere in particular to express my love. When I awaken with loving feelings, and when I say “HI” to my family and friends with loving feelings, and when I look upon the world and everything in it with loving feelings, then temples and arboretums can be great places to visit, bu

Below is one of the graduate level papers I wrote in 2000 to address the pervasive topic of job stress – something most of us cannot escape. It’s rather long and academic in tone, but the information still applies today and is worth a read. I will note that the references will not address changes in law or recommendations made post-2000.

For those of you that know me and are aware that I have epilepsy, finding a safe, natural and effective treatment has been pretty much a priority of mine for the past 22 years. With that being said, I think I may have found it! No I am not “cured” of my seizures, YET but I think I am slowly but surely on my way to finding one.

It’s time to look at an important word that we love to banter about, but usually use inappropriately. The word is “rapture.” Its original meaning was “to jump out” … to jump out of one’s usual way of being … to jump out of ones’ comfort zone … to jump out of our shell and feel the freedom of jumping into something new. The reaso “rapture” gives you an outstanding feeling is because you are standing outside of your usual way of being. The next five blogs will look deeper into

January 30, 2009 marked the beginning of the 12th annual Season for Non-Violence. A Season for Nonviolence is an international 64-day educational, media and grassroots campaign dedicated to demonstrating that nonviolence is a powerful way to heal, transform and empower our lives and our communities. Inspired by the 50th and 30th memorial anniversaries of Mahatma Gandhi and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., this international event honors their vision for an empowered, loving, compassionate and peaceful world.

Every thought you think creates that very reality for you. If you see yourself as lacking and poor then you will be lacking and poor. If your thinking is going after and gaining wealth then wealth is what you will obtain. It's simple to manifest in your life whatever you desire. Visualize yourself as if you already are where you want to be or the state of well being you desire to be in. I mean get in your head and see it, feel it, hear it and taste it. What emotions does it bring up? Feel them! What you think and do draws more of the same to you.

By working with myself in order to better myself, And by working with truthful facts that I’ve learned about myself, I am now able to say that I have been unfair with myself in many ways. I’ve been unfair with myself because it was the only thing I knew to do, And I finally see why. I’ve been unfair with myself in a desperate attempt to free myself of my guilt, Because I knew no other way to rid myself of feeling guilty for the wrongs I’d done. Now, I thoroughly unders

Spiritual Confusion - Day 1 / Way 1 There are millions of people who are confused about the concept of spirituality. When the word “spiritual” or “spirituality” is used, many folks think of it as uncommon, unexplainable or some “out of this world” occurrence. They don’t see spirituality or spiritual practices as a practical means to solving their problems. They see money as a practical means of getting what they want or giving to what is important to them, but they don’t co

Spiritual growth is the process of inner awakening, and becoming conscious our inner being. It means the rising of the consciousness beyond the ordinary existence, and awakening to some Universal truths. It means going beyond the mind and the ego and realizing who you really are. Spiritual ...

You may have asked many times what is actually an ego. Arguably, there is no single answer. On the contrary, there may be as many ego as we are human beings. The ego is that part of our personality that begins to take shape from the first moment that we affirm ourselves as people in this world. It encompasses our character that, influenced by temperament, develops as we move forward in our vital development. The ego is also our mind, that part of us more attached to the mater

Remember when you appreciated a good piece of music – a song or otherwise. It appealed to you because it was conveying combined vibrations of your liking . Though the music you heard appeared to you as a single entity , in reality it was a combination of several sounds produced by different sources. But all these sounds integrated seamlessly so that it appeared to you as a single entity. This seamless integration is what separates a good piece of music from ‘not so goodâ€

A Heart Warming Recipe For A Happy Holiday Thanksgiving is already upon us. Yes, it’s that time of year! rnLet’s give gratitude for all of our blessings. We can feel the weather quickly changing! It’s getting much colder as we briskly move into the winter months. Surely, we can wear some of our warm knit hats, scarves, gloves and coats; however, the best way to weather the cold is to keep our hearts toasty warm. The holiday season is that what we make it, so why not foc

Being optimistic can make bad things look and feel a lot better. This kind of thinking may be very difficult to accept for many people; however, this is something that Leila Mulla would definitely agree with. But who is Leila Mulla? Leila Mulla became known to a lot of people because of her positive and optimistic outlook in life. She is considered by many as an inspiration due to her amazing words of wisdom and perspective in life. According to Leila Mulla, getting a life fr

I remember watching an old Western on TV a long time ago. The setting was a dusty, ramshackle town out in the middle of no where. Citizens of this town did their best to carve a society out of their situation. The main character, of course, was a dedicated Sheriff, and his side kick deputy. There were regular characters breezing in and out, such as Doc, and Banker, and Bartender, and two ranchers whom always seemed to be fighting over water rights.

Have you tried a number of diets and failed? Maybe even tried some exercise only to find you lose a little weight but it comes straight back again? Well don't worry. There's a reason for thatnand in this article I'll explain why it happens, and how to combat it. Stress it not just a mental ...

Let go of negative thinking as it can become a habit of mind, and it can have a serious, sometimes devastating impact on all aspects of your life. It seems unfortunately that with most people, positive thinking requires some effort, whereas, negative thinking comes easily and often uninvited. “The primary cause of unhappiness is never the situation but thought about it. Be aware of the thoughts you are thinking. Separate them from the situation, which is always neutral. It

Experience has shown that creative visualization works. It is quite possible to prove that circumstances and events follow thoughts. Take any situation or happening in your life, and go back to find what kind of thoughts preceded the event. You will find out that a particular event, followed ...

Nothing makes the heart warm and entices the blossoming of one's joyous spirit like the pleasing attitude of gratitude. With Thanksgiving Day approaching, this exceptional quality of the heart takes center stage in the mind. Thanksgiving offers us an opportunity to notice how far we've come by noticing how much joy we have to give, how much we appreciate the world in which we live and how much compassion we feel for everyone, no matter how different they may seem to be. Imag