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by Remez Sasson
Positive thinking is a mental attitude that admits into the mind thoughts,
words and images that are conductive to growth, expansion and success. It is a
mental attitude that expects good and favorable results. A positive mind
anticipates happiness, joy, health and a successful outcome of every situation
and action. Whatever the mind expects, it finds.
Not everyone accepts or believes in positive thinking. Some consider the
subject as just nonsense, and others scoff at people who believe and accept it.
Among the people who accept it, not many know how to use it effectively to get
results. Yet, it seems that many are becoming attracted to this subject, as
evidenced by the many books, lectures and courses about it. This is a subject
that is gaining popularity.
It is quite common to hear people say: "Think positive!", to someone who feels
down and worried. Most people do not take these words seriously, as they do not
know what they really mean, or do not consider them as useful and effective.
How many people do you know, who stop to think what the power of positive
thinking means?
The following story illustrates how this power works.
Allan applied for a new job, but as his self-esteem was low, and he considered
himself as a failure and unworthy of success, he was sure that he was not going
to get the job. He had a negative attitude towards himself, and believed that
the other applicants were better and more qualified than him. Allan manifested
this attitude, due to his negative past experiences with job interviews.
His mind was filled with negative thoughts and fears concerning the job for the
whole week before the job interview. He was sure he would be rejected. On the
day of the interview he got up late, and to his horror he discovered that the
shirt he had planned to wear was dirty, and the other one needed ironing. As it
was already too late, he went out wearing a shirt full of wrinkles.
During the interview he was tense, displayed a negative attitude, worried about
his shirt, and felt hungry because he did not have enough time to eat
breakfast. All this distracted his mind and made it difficult for him to focus
on the interview. His overall behavior made a bad impression, and consequently
he materialized his fear and did not get the job.
Jim applied for the same job too, but approached the matter in a different way.
He was sure that he was going to get the job. During the week preceding the
interview he often visualized himself making a good impression and getting the
job.
In the evening before the interview he prepared the clothes he was going to
wear, and went to sleep a little earlier. On day of the interview he woke up
earlier than usual, and had ample time to eat breakfast, and then to arrive to
the interview before the scheduled time.
He got the job because he made a good impression. Of course he had also the
proper qualifications for the job, but so had Allan.
What do we learn from these two stories? Is there any magic employed here? No,
it is all natural. When the attitude is positive we entertain pleasant feelings
and constructive images, and see in our mind's eye what we really want to
happen. This brings brightness to the eyes, more energy and happiness. The
whole being broadcasts good will, happiness and success. Even the health is
affected in a beneficial way. We walk tall and the voice is more powerful. Our
body language shows the way you feel inside.
Positive and negative thinking are both contagious. All of us affect, in one
way or another, the people we meet. This happens instinctively and on a
subconscious level, through thoughts and feelings transference and through body
language. People sense our aura and are affected by our thoughts. Is it any
wonder that we want to be around positive persons and shun negative ones?
People are more disposed to help us if we are positive. They dislike and avoid
anyone broadcasting negativity.
Negative thoughts, words and attitude bring up negative and unhappy moods and
actions. When the mind is negative, poisons are released into the blood, which
cause more unhappiness and negativity. This is the way to failure, frustration
and disappointment.
Practical Instructions
In order to turn the mind toward the positive, inner work and training are
required. Attitude and thoughts do not change overnight.
Read about this subject, think about its benefits and persuade yourself to try
it. The power of thoughts is a mighty power that is always shaping our life.
This shaping is usually done subconsciously, but it is possible to make the
process a conscious one. Even if the idea seems strange give it a try, as you
have nothing to lose, but only to gain. Ignore what others might say or think
about you, if they discover that you are changing the way you think.
Always visualize only favorable and beneficial situations. Use positive words
in your inner dialogues or when talking with others. Smile a little more, as
this helps to think positively. Disregard any feelings of laziness or a desire
to quit. If you persevere, you will transform the way your mind thinks.
Once a negative thought enters your mind, you have to be aware of it and
endeavor to replace it with a constructive one. The negative thought will try
again to enter your mind, and then you have to replace it again with a positive
one. It is as if there are two pictures in front of you, and you choose to look
at one of them and disregard the other. Persistence will eventually teach your
mind to think positively and ignore negative thoughts.
In case you feel any inner resistance when replacing negative thoughts with
positive ones, do not give up, but keep looking only at the beneficial, good
and happy thoughts in your mind.
It does not matter what your circumstances are at the present moment. Think
positively, expect only favorable results and situations, and circumstances
will change accordingly. It may take some time for the changes to take place,
but eventually they do.
Another method to employ is the repetition of affirmations. It is a method
which resembles creative visualization, and which can be used in conjunction
with it. It is the subject of another article on this website.
The other articles at this website, about the power of concentration, will
power, self-discipline and peace of mind also contribute to the development of
a positive mind, and are recommended for reading and practicing.