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When we tune in and embrace the positive and joyful aspects of living, we turn down the volume on stress and worry.

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When we tune in and embrace the positive and joyful aspects of living, we turn down the volume on stress and worry.

—Calm App Reflection

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Something subtle but powerful happens when we intentionally tune into the positive and joyful aspects of living.

Stress loses its grip.

Joy does not erase challenges, but it softens their edges and gives us space to respond rather than react. A shared laugh, a quiet moment, a small win—these are not distractions, they are fuel.

By choosing to notice what is working, we lower the volume of worry and raise our capacity for resilience, creativity, and connection.

Positivity is not denial, it is direction.

Each day offers countless chances to shift our focus and, in doing so, reshape our experience from overwhelmed to grounded, from tense to hopeful.

When we let gratitude guide our attention perspective gently transforms.

EXERCISE:

In what ways can you more intentionally tune into the positive and joyful aspects of living?

Place a few post-it notes at home and work with the question “What is working?” to shift your perspective to live a more grateful and satisfying life.

Think like a proton and stay positive

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“Think like a proton and stay positive.”

Image of Professor Proton from "The Big Bang Theory"

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I happen to be a fan of the TV sitcom, The Big Bang Theory. In recent years they added a new character named Professor Proton, played by Bob Newhart.

Professor Proton had a significant influence on young Sheldon, which eventually led him to his career as a theoretical physicist.

Beyond the always humorous, engaging antics of the shows characters, I am always left with pleasant and positive perspective at the closing scene.

EXERCISE:

How can you shift your world from the negativity of an electron or the neutrality of a neutron, to be far more positive – like a proton – today and every day?

The Smile You Gave Me

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“By the way, I’m wearing the smile you gave me.”

—Author Unknown

Image from Flickr by ssofija

Image from Flickr by ssofija

I must be watching too much TV news! The majority of what I see is negative and destructive, particularly in the political arena. Apparently, it is as contagious as the flu or a bad cold;  I see many people coming down with this unfortunate disease.

There is a cure to which we can all subscribe, one on which it is impossible to overdose!

You probably guessed it…

The cure is positivity, and the many forms it takes in bringing smiles to faces, and dramatically lightening the heavy loads many of us carry. It is a kind hello, remembering someone’s name, holding a door, or being helpful in some other way.

We could all use a big dose of positivity these days.

EXERCISE:

Please consider replying to this post with your own examples of the sure bet, smile-generating strategies you share with those you support personally and professionally.