TIPS FOR STAYING HOPEFUL

There was a time when I was so sad and pessimistic. Real talk! But I am now Mrs Optimistic; I try my very best to see the possibilities in every challenge and to maintain a cheery disposition no matter what. Wait a minute!! I am not one to avoid reality. I simply CHOOSE to keep a great mood, stay upbeat, happy and with a consistently grateful heart irrespective of what I might be going through. But, how?

INTENTIONAL ACTIONS
I often remind myself of the many reasons I have to be thankful. I then say aloud at least 2 of those things and keep them at the front of my mind. In addition to that I regularly give myself a reality check. E.G. - "I am happy and grateful to be alive, and for the work that comes my way. But, nothing lasts forever, so, I need to positively embrace all that I've been blessed with while I still can". When you think good, you really do live good. I also ensure I am clear with myself about why I am doing whatever it is I have chosen to do. Moving with intention is a game changer!

DEDICATION
Without committing to change it won't happen so, I make a note of the benefits I feel and see from walking with a positive mindset and I also tell myself, "if the effort isn't consistent the results will be non existent". 

HEALTHY OUTLOOK
I think almost everything is about reaction. I know only too well, from experience, that it will always serve me better to look for the good in any bad situation I may face. I now do incredibly well, if I do say so myself, at finding a positive in any negative situation! Sitting with your upset makes you more miserable which is defeatist.

SELFLESS DAILY GOAL
To make somebody smile/laugh is a big deal for me! It makes me so chuffed to know I've added joy to another person's day and in doing so, I add to my own happiness.

HEARTY COMPANY
We all know that the people we keep around us will automatically have an effect on our vibe. Their attitude/energy will pour into us whether we like it or not. Energy us contagious, so, I only allow myself to be around those with the same, or a similar, frame of mind; people who make a choice to be good, kind, caring, etc.

SELF-WORTH
Far from being arrogant, I am so comfortable in my skin and confident with who I am, where I've been, all that I have overcome and everything in between. I know my value and I know that it deserves to be matched!! In all areas of my life: not allowing myself to settle for anything less that I believe I am worthy of helps to sustain my positive approach to life. It's ridiculously important that one learns to maintain a healthy, respectable, honest relationship with themselves.

THE RIGHT PLANS
It's definitely a priority for me to have things to look forward to on a weekly or monthly basis - that could be a dinner date with friends, time spent in nature, a blog photo shoot, spa day, exercise... Anything that will bring me joy!

You're one choice away from living the life you actually want! Go get your positivity on and watch how quickly you start to feel and think in a way that has you living a more fulfilled and rewarding life!! 

Written by Charley Jai - @charleyjaiuk

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