The Secret of Positive Thinking

The founder of Nutriform, Noelle Jellison has certainly seen some troubled times in her life. Her fairly recent book, Put Your Mind Where Your Heart Is, details not only those troubles, but also how she managed to overcome them.

Many of us experience some of the same problems Noelle details with a tone we can relate to. From money problems to weight issues, Noelle has dealt with the issues all of us have, and with a voice that relays both experience and humor, Noelle teaches readers how she managed to make her mind achieve what her heart truly wanted.

This text is a perfect example of the power of positive thinking. Studies have demonstrated for years that positive thinking can truly change your life, and Noelle’s story manages to serve as a case study for that again and again. While I won’t presume to try to communicate the beauty of Noelle’s story to you in this format, I do think it’s a good idea to recap some of the most important positive thinking tips you’ll ever come across.

• Try to use a positive lexicon. Substituting ‘can’ and ‘able’ for ‘can’t’ and ‘won’t’ will actually take you farther than you may think.
• If you can, try to let those positive thoughts dominate your brain each day. Sure, it’s hard when you roll out of bed a five a.m. to think “This is going to be a great day,” but if you can turn your brain that way before you get out of the shower, you’re sure to have a winner on your hands.
• Before you start something, think about the successful outcome. Don’t go into a marketing proposal thinking “The client’s really gonna hate this one,” even if you’ve had bad experiences in the past. The more positive spin you can put on the outcome, the more likely you are to make that sale.
• Physical activity can truly change the way your brain is wired. It releases the endorphins you need to keep a positive attitude, so if you can, schedule regular exercise sessions. Be sure to choose an activity you like, though, because studies indicate that people who hate their workout sessions don’t get the positive aspects those who look forward to them do. So whether it’s mall walking or water aerobics, just get moving!

Positive thinking isn’t going to mean that every opportunity coming your way will work out to your advantage, but it does mean more opportunities will present themselves, and you’ll be better equipped to handle disappointments along the way.