How To Be Positive

Simple, right?  For some, yes.  Others, not so much.

Why is it so hard to be positive?  Honestly, I don't know.  It's just easier for "glass half-full" kind of people.  But, how do you cross that equator-like line that exists between positive and negative?

Stardate:  1944.  Ac-Cent-Tchu-Ate the Positive was released and spent thirteen weeks on the Billboard charts peaking at number 2.  It's a positive person's anthem!

Since then, you won't find an overabundance of anything extremely positive on the airwaves, TV, music, or movies anymore.  Believe me, it's out there; you just have to find it.

Years ago, when I was in sales, all the salesmen were called to the corporate office for a high-level meeting.  As I was heading toward my car with Arnie Ralenkotter; right before I was about to say goodbye, he literally threw a folder containing a ton of cassettes my way.  After a lucky catch, I examined this odd collection of tapes. 

Since we were in our cars for hours at a time, it seemed like a good idea to learn something instead of wrestling with the radio for stations that just kept fading away.  So, I began my journey through "The Psychology of Success" by Brian Tracy.  If you can find a copy, I highly recommend it.  Not exciting listening, but extremely powerful!

Alright, to get to the meat and potatoes of this whole deal, first of all, feed your brain the good stuff!

What does that mean?  Well, be conscious of what you're feeding your mind:  the programs you watch, the music you listen to, the books you read, the people you associate with, etc.  Some experts say that one prescription to becoming more positive is eliminating the news.

Second step:  learn to be grateful for everything.  There is a saying that goes something like - if you're not already grateful for what you have, why would you deserve more of anything?

For those who are perpetually bored, consider becoming a volunteer.  There are a lot of organizations that could use your help.  (Busy people associated with worthwhile endeavors are usually more positive.)

When you are so down in the dumps that recovery seems impossible, try this, look at the obituaries.  It is almost guaranteed that those featured would gladly trade their position for yours.

One last thought, stay away from gossip.  It's counterproductive and negative.  

Oh, one more:  stop worrying about things you cannot control - the weather, politics, your next door neighbors, other people, and so on.  Just be the best possible "you" you can be.  Your good vibe will be welcomed and contagious.

Please connect with me at samprindle.com.  Not only would I love to hear from you, I would be happy to offer a personalized idea on this whole positive thing.  :)