Whether it’s exercise or connecting with friends, there are many ways to prime yourself to feel good. Today, we’re going to focus on the practice of gratitude. From scientific research, we know that routinely practicing gratitude can serve as a gateway to positive emotions. Here … [Read more...] about 3 ways gratitude leads to more positive emotions
Positivity
Feeling down? Here are 3 science-backed ways to feel better now
When we find ourselves in a bad mood, we can either simmer in those negative feelings or choose to do something about them. The Optimist Daily is a fan of the latter option, which is why we want to share with you a few methods for immediate mood management that scientists have … [Read more...] about Feeling down? Here are 3 science-backed ways to feel better now
6 ways to thrive when everything feels negative
You have probably noticed that when you’re in a negative mood, it hinders your ability to focus and makes it painfully difficult to be helpful to others. Fortunately, there is a productive way to counter those effects. It’s called thriving — the psychological state in which … [Read more...] about 6 ways to thrive when everything feels negative
Feeling negative? Here’s how to clear out that energy
Negative energy can weigh down your day and 2020 certainly feels like it’s full of more negative vibes than previous years. Whether your feelings of despair are due to tangible events in your day or coming from some unknown source, here’s how to clear away that negative … [Read more...] about Feeling negative? Here’s how to clear out that energy
How to be a positive force in a negative workspace
For the Power of Positivity Theme Week, we’ve brought you a bunch of stories detailing the benefits of a positive mindset and how to implement one in your own life. But that’s a whole lot easier said than done, especially if the environment you work or go to school in tends to be … [Read more...] about How to be a positive force in a negative workspace