Want to Transform Your Life? Change Your Thoughts

It’s no secret that the quality of our lives is intricately tied to the quality of our thoughts. Optimistic, happy thoughts can help our heart beat joyously and our blood flow freely. They bring a spring in our step and make the world look brighter.

On the other hand, sad and consistently pessimistic thoughts make us view the world with a tinted lens, turning it darker than it really is.

Don’t forget, “The mind can move mountains.”  In other words, our thoughts manifest in our actions.  The following are powerful ways you can transform your life by changing the way you think.

Create Positive Affirmations

Let’s be clear: affirmations can be both positive and negative. Sometimes, we are more inclined to make negative affirmations. This happens when we give in to negative repetitive thoughts. You won’t get anywhere by thinking this way. It’ll only hold you back from succeeding in your goals and aspirations.

To positively impact the neurological functioning of the brain, make positive affirmations your mantra. Rather than weak ones created by thoughts such as “I should” or “I shouldn’t,” make forceful, positive affirmations like “I will.”

Put a Full Stop on Hurtful Past Memories

While remembering painful past experiences can help us avoid them in the future, it’s crucial to learn when to stop. If you keep mulling over how you were wronged by others, you won’t be able to fully feel the love given to you in the present.

It’s the same when we are the cause of our pain. Instead of cursing yourself out for the mistakes you’ve made in your life, learn to forgive.

Don’t Wallow in Your Misery

It’s possible to be addicted to sadness. Some people love to wallow in their misery. As bizarre as it sounds, they like being pessimistic and gloomy. Such masochistic behavior is brought about by thoughts like “I’m just born unlucky” or “Nothing good will ever happen for me.”

If you recognize yourself in these words, realize that you never know what lies ahead. Life is full of endless possibilities, and there’s no one possible outcome of any event. By changing your thought patterns, it is possible to lead a life that makes you happy.

Need More Motivation?

Steve Rizzo is an esteemed member of the Speaker Hall of Fame with the talent to motivate thousands of individuals from different walks of life. The business motivational speaker has successfully earned the reputation of being one of the best motivational speakers in the world because of his exemplary keynote presentations.

To find out more about Steve, email jeff@nlspeaker.com, call 512-986-2868 or visit steverizzo.com.