Tips For Wellness from our Mental Health In Schools Team
Positivity
“Every day may not be good, but there is something good in every day.” – Alice Morse Earle.
Positivity means focusing on the good things in life, even when things get tough. It’s about thinking
and acting in a way that makes you feel happy and hopeful. Being positive can help you feel better,
solve problems, and have a more joyful life.
Our tips for practising positivity:
- Help others – Helping someone else, even in a small way, can make you feel good about yourself too.
- Focus on the good – Look for the positive in every situation. Every day, there is always something positive.
- Use positive words – Try saying things like “I can do this” or “I’ll keep trying and I will get there”.
- Be kind to yourself – Don’t be too hard on yourself. Try to remind yourself that you are trying your best. Celebrate any small successes!
- Practise gratitude – Think about three things that you are thankful for each day. It could be something as simple as a sunny day or a friend saying something nice to you.
- Spend time with positive people.
- Find something you enjoy – Whether it is a hobby, sport, quality time with friends and family, or watching your favourite TV programme, doing something you love can bring you joy.
- Try using positive affirmations – Tell yourself one positive thing every day, like “I am enough” or “I am trying my best”.
- Keep a positive journal – Write down things that you are proud of or moments that made you smile.
Positivity makes a big difference!
When you practise positivity, you start seeing the world in a brighter way. You can face challenges with confidence and believe in yourself. Positivity is also contagious — when you’re positive, you inspire others to be positive too!
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