What the meaning with optimism or be optimistic? Optimism is the attitude with
always have good expectations in every way as well as the tendency to
expect an agreeable outcome. Optimism can also refer to positive
thinking. So the optimism is more of a paradigm or way of thinking.
When when we feel a failure or the pressure of living, how the feeling
of an optimist? A positive-minded or thinking in that optimists do not
assume the failure is permanent. This does not mean that he was
reluctant to accept the fact. Instead, he received and examined the
problem. Then, as far as circumstances allow, it acts to change or
improve the situation.
Contrary with optimism, pessimistic view of the failure of the side will
assume the worse. Generally a pessimistic often blame theirself for their
woe. They considered that misfortune is permanent and it happened because
it was fate, stupidity, incompetence, or shortcomings. As a result, they
resigned and did not want to attempt.
Positive thinking is also the key to success for managing stress.
Optimism will get someone to deal with unpleasant situations with a
positive and productive way.
The Benefits of Positive Thinking
Scientists have made the conclusions of the research for decades about
the benefits of positive thinking and optimism for health. The results
of research show that a optimistic person is healthier and more hopeful longevity than others
much less than the pessimists. The researchers also noted that people
are more able to deal with stress is optimistic and less likely
experiencing depression. Here are some benefits of being optimistic and
positive thinking.
- Longer lifespan
- More rarely get depressed
- A smaller stress levels
- Have durability body better against disease
- Better in physically and mentally
- Reduce risk of heart disease
- Are able to overcome adversity and deal with stress
Why this benefit can be obtained for people who are upbeat and
positive-minded? Since usually people who are optimistic will avoid
activities that people are pessimistic in the face of stress and
pressure of life. People pessimistic when facing stress will turn their
attention to activities such as smoking, alcohol consumption, and enjoy
food without control. While an optimist will do more physical activity,
follow a healthy diet, as well as reducing cigarette and alcohol.
How to be More Optimistic
If you often think negatively towards others or against a tough
situation, does not mean you cannot think positively. You can turn a
negative into a positive way of thinking. It is not difficult to do,
but it takes time and practice to make this new habit. Here are some
ways to be more optimistic and have a mind and a positive attitude.
- Check Yourself When you think that you will not be able to enjoy an event badly or not will be successful doing a task, immediately get rid of that thought. Focus on positive things that will be generated. Do checks are repeated. If negative thoughts more, then immediately switch with positive thoughts.
- Follow a Healthy Lifestyle Exercise three times a day can change a mood to be positive and reduce stress. A healthy diet also affects the mind and body. As well as trying to manage your stress.
- Enjoy Your Work Try to enjoy your work. No matter your job, look for aspects that please you.
- Looking for Good Friends Look for friends who looked at life positively. Such people are the ones who are optimistic and always support You by giving good advice. On the contrary if You surrounded by people pessimistic, will increase your stress even make You hesitate to managing stress in a healthy way.
- Face and Accept Face situations that you can control, strive received the situation that you cannot control.
- Have a Sense for Joke Try to smile and laugh especially when facing a very difficult time. Look for events that invite laughter in daily activities. A good sense of humor helps a person has a mind, emotions, and behaviors that are more positive.
- Write the Good Things Every day, write down the three things well that You are experiencing.
- Simple Rule Don't say anything to yourself something you do not want to say to the others.
Indeed to be optimistic is not easy. Natural disasters, the burden of
life, and also disaster could happen that makes a lot of people find it
hard to positive-minded. But with the attempt to be optimistic and
positive thinking will result in a healthier and more fulfilling. Don't
give up!
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