Resisting Negative Thinking

We may have started the day with the best intentions to think and speak only positive thoughts, yet before long a “Negative Nelly” has thrown us off course. Not everyone understands the power of thoughts and words, or perhaps they are just stuck in old patterns of negative thinking, complaining, or criticizing. While it is not possible to completely stop negative thinking at times, we must always be diligent and do our best to not let it take control.

The good news is, we always have the option not to participate in negativity. If we notice and seize the opportunity presented to us, we can find a way to influence the situation, thought, or conversation toward a positive direction. However, not everyone will respond to our cues, because people must choose for themselves how they will act and respond. Many people choose negativity because it is a habit, which they may or may not be aware of. It is important to give people the space to find their own way, but we can do our best to set a good example.

A great way to promote a positive environment is to ally ourselves with people who are like-minded. The power of two or more people working to promote the positive can make a huge difference. Together, we can encourage each other to think, speak, and act with a positive attitude and bring more light and joy into the world.

Positive thinking and negative thinking cannot operate at the same level in your mind, one needs to be the master and the one you feed more will rule over the other.

Oscar Bimpong