TL;DR: Gratitude helps wire our brains to look for the good. Research has shown that, on average, people complain about once a minute during a typical conversation. The more we complain, the more we wire our brains to focus on the negative aspects of our lives. Try to go one full day without complaining. Constant Complaining In this Teach Happier … Read More
Three Clichés That Get Me Focused
TL;DR: Living by clichés can give us a better outlook on life. Be consistent in your words and actions. Choose how you are going to respond to obstacles and challenges. Stay positive and optimistic. It makes life easier. Life clichés. We hate them. We apply them incorrectly. And we all say them. A bird in the hand… Play your cards … Read More
Finding Success for Tomorrow, the Night Before
TL;DR: When we understand how the thoughts we are thinking lead to the actions we are taking, this is when transformative change happens. Thinking better is a process that we grow and learn from every day. Enhance your evening routine to set you up for success the very next day! When it comes to thinking better, one thing I think … Read More
Building Momentum Through Your Morning Routine
TL;DR: A morning routine can help start your day on the right foot. Beginning your day with gratitude can lead to more positive thinking. Add things like meditation, journaling, yoga, stretching, working out, listening to a motivational podcast, or writing goals or growth statements to your morning routine. For years I had heard the importance of having a morning routine. … Read More
Have You Fallen Into the Negativity Trap?
TL;DR: The brain responds differently to negative stimuli than it does to positive stimuli. Consider the times you have weighed the pros and cons of a situation, only to focus more heavily on the cons. When you are at home, focus on the positive, reframe your inside voice, and flip your point of view. At school, watch your response to … Read More
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