Shifting Your Focus to Embrace the Positive

Do you wake up in the morning already consumed by thoughts of potential problems and worries for the day ahead? You're not alone. Find out how to change your focus with these easy steps

Our brains naturally scan for danger and negativity due to our prehistoric survival instincts. This "Negativity Bias" causes us to notice and remember negative experiences more than positive ones, leading us to constantly search for problems, even sometimes creating them in our minds.

But fear not because your brain is trainable! You can overcome this negativity bias and shift your focus towards the positive.

Here are some simple tips to help you stop looking for problems and embrace the positive in your life:

• Give Your Inner Problem Solver a Job: Instead of letting your inner problem solver run wild, give her a specific job to focus on. When you ruminate on potential issues, redirect her to work on real problems and find solutions. Use "I wonder" questions to engage your brain positively, like "I wonder what the perfect job would look like?" and then let it go.

 

• Take Three Minutes: Start small but consistent. Set a timer for just one minute, three times a day, to consciously focus on something good and positive in your life. Train your brain to notice the positive aspects; with time, you'll see a shift in your thinking.

 

• Savour the Sweetness: When you experience something wonderful, take a moment to savour the joy and pleasure it truly brings. Consciously expand your awareness of these positive moments and revisit them in the following days. Teach your brain to remember the positive experiences just as much as the negative ones.

 

• Get Grateful: Embrace gratitude as a powerful tool to open yourself up to more good things in life. Keep a gratitude journal or establish a routine to remind yourself of the things you appreciate. Train your brain to flow appreciation for both blessings and challenges, finding value even in difficult experiences.

By practising these tips consistently, you'll notice your inner problem solver becoming more efficient in finding solutions to real problems instead of wasting energy on unnecessary worries.

Embrace the power of positive thinking and watch as it transforms your outlook on life.

Remember, you have the ability to rewire your brain and focus on the positive—just give it time and practice.
I have done and it it works!
Love, Jade x

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