Changing negative thoughts to positive ones isn't always easy. But staying positive can actually boost your energy levels. Next time you notice your mood turning a little negative, give one of these tips a try.
• Each time a negative thought comes up, try to counter it with a positive one.
• Give a friend or coworker a compliment.
• Write down your goals and achievements with positive language, such as "I am exercising regularly."
• Imagine yourself having achieved your goals.
By keeping a positive outlook you will feel happier and start to see more of the good things in your life.
Alison Finney is a certified hatha and kundalini yoga teacher in Ottawa. She is registered with the Yoga Alliance and the International Kundalini Yoga Teachers Association and is the founder of PranaShanti, a health and yoga resource. For more information, visit www.pranashanti.com.
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