Positive thinking doesn't mean that you keep your head in the sand and ignore life's less pleasant situations. Positive thinking just means that you approach unpleasantness in a more positive and productive way. You think the best is going to happen, not the worst.<br /><br />Positive thinking often starts with self-talk. Self-talk is the endless stream of unspoken thoughts that run through your head. These automatic thoughts can be positive or negative. Some of your self-talk comes from logic and reason. Other self-talk may arise from misconceptions that you create because of lack of information.<br /><br />The health benefits of positive thinking<br />Researchers continue to explore the effects of positive thinking and optimism on health. Health benefits that positive thinking may provide include:<br /><br />-Increased life span<br />-Lower rates of depression<br />-Lower levels of distress<br />-Greater resistance to the common cold<br />-Better psychological and physical well-being<br />-Better cardiovascular health and reduced risk of death from cardiovascular disease<br />-Better coping skills during hardships and times of stress<br /><br />Stay POSITIVE Stay HAPPY !
