The past year has been rough on everyone.
But no matter if it’s a global pandemic, downturns in our careers, or personal issues, everyone faces tough times. Staying positive during these challenges can make all the difference.
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Here are 10 things you can do to stay positive and optimistic during tough times:
Understand that you control your actions and emotions.
You can’t control what’s going on in the world, but you can control your behavior and emotions. When the challenges seem like too much, focus on what you can control, like your thoughts and reactions.
Avoid staring at your bank accounts.
Keeping a constant eye on your finances during difficult times will only cause stress. The numbers will likely dip before they get better, but don’t dwell on it. Remember that your accounts will bounce back.
Don’t keep the news on 24/7.
It can be tempting to constantly pay attention to the news, but that will only distract you and add to your stress. Instead, set specific times to check the news and focus on reputable sources, not rumors.
Stay away from negative people.
When you’re facing challenges, the last thing you need is a friend or family member complaining all the time. Take a step back and rethink your relationships.
Make sure you have a positive support network.
Build a network of people who support you and can lift you up with a hug or words of encouragement during tough times. It can be friends, family members, colleagues, or anyone you can count on to be positive and stay in your corner.
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Remember this is temporary.
When you hit turbulence on a flight, the scary shaking eventually gives way to smooth air. Tough times are the same–they are scary at the moment, but eventually, you’ll reach smooth sailing.
Take time for yourself.
Find ways to practice self-care every day. Exercise, meditate, read a book—whatever it is you need to have a moment for yourself.
Remind yourself what you have to be grateful for.
It’s easy to focus on the negative, especially during tough times. But no matter your circumstances, there’s always something to be grateful for, even if it’s small. Focus on these positive thoughts every day.
Focus your time on energy on something constructive.
Don’t just sit in your struggles. Find an outlet to clear your head, whether it be work, starting a new business, playing chess, writing a screenplay, or any other constructive activity.
Use technology to stay connected with friends and family.
This is especially important if you are away from your support system. Keep those bonds strong with video chats and phone calls.
Challenges will always come our way, but these 10 tips will help you stay positive and optimistic.
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Now more than ever we need to take a step back to define what it means to be a leader and what great leadership looks like. But this isn’t easy to do. In fact, man business leaders struggle with this. You cannot become and build what you don’t define. In the PDF you will get a framework you can follow and also see how some of the world’s top CEOs define leadership. Click here to get the PDF.
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