Successful People are Happy People

It is proven over many years that successful people are generally happy people. Of course, they’re happy with success. But their happy positive outlook contributes to success.

Consider the law of attraction. Things attract like things. If you’re a positive person you attract positive outcomes. A best-selling book for decades is The Power of Positive Thinking. This book was first published in 1952. It was on the New York Times ‘ best-sellers list for 186 weeks.

One’s mental attitude often determines outcomes. Here’s an example. A track and field coach was asked how he trains high jumpers to clear a bar higher than their heads. He replied, “I tell them to throw their heart over the bar and the body will follow.”

Top athletes expect to win. Successful people expect to complete projects. Why does Elon Musk do things better and faster than others? What made Steve Jobs the brilliant visionary he was? When you hire a plumber to fix a leak that person expects to complete the job. Positive outcomes are linked to positive thoughts and actions.

Successful people expect success.

They know the difference between wanting to win and not wanting to lose. Famed boxer Rocky Marciano retired with a record of 49 wins and no defeats. Do you think he went into the ring hoping he wouldn’t lose? During his glory years, I bet Tiger Woods approached every golf shot knowing the ball will land where he intended.

If you want online money-making success you have to believe you can achieve it. You must be optimistic. The great Walt Disney said, “If you can dream it you can achieve it.” Think of all he achieved in his lifetime. He was optimistic. As a result Disney dreamed and achieved great things.

6 Tips for Finding Optimism

Optimism…it’s a four-syllable word that can be harder to find than diamonds in South Africa. But believe it or not, you too can tap into the earth of your surroundings and dig up a rich store of feel-good. Here are a few ways to do that.

#1: Find laughter.

These days, it isn’t hard to find. With Youtube and social media, there is not a shortage of memes, videos, vines, and more to get you smiling. You could also rent a funny movie, watch a stand-up comedy, or hang out with funny people. Laughter will lead you to smile. And smiling will lead you to feel good. This brings us to our next point…

#2: Turn the frown upside down.

It’s hard to believe that something such as smiling can improve your mood, but studies have linked outward acts of happiness to an internal shift. Practice looking in the mirror and smiling. Even if it feels cheesy, stupid, and inauthentic. Hold your smile for a minute, two minutes, five minutes…see how long you can go. Start the day off with a smile, and make a conscious effort to smile more.

#3: Use positive words.

Studies confirm what spiritual traditions have long held regarding the power of the tongue. Words can shape the reality around us. If you want to build a more positive vibe, try using more positive words. Eliminate negative talk about yourself, and others as well.

#4: Find positive people.

The impact of those we hang out with is enormous. Avoid negative influences and people who bring you down with complaining and criticism. Misery loves company, the adage goes, and these people will quickly bring you into a downward spiral. Find friends who are upbeat, positive, and happy, and their resilience and optimism will pass on to you.

#5: Stay healthy.

If you’re feeling tired and sick, it’s easy to get irritable and negative. By contrast, try maintaining an active lifestyle of healthy choices that can maximize your energy levels and build you up. It’s easier to be upbeat and happy when you feel good inside and out. Feeling down? Take a walk. Get out of your shell. Greet a neighbor. Expect good health. Do those things that are healthier for you.

#6: Get spiritual and/or actualized.

Most spiritual traditions promote a positive outlook on life. If you’re not so into organized religion, find something that can provide a positive outlet for you. Like exercise, music, art, or reading. Just like using positive words can turn our perspective around. Filling our hearts and minds with good stuff will help optimism become easier.

Last Words

“I must be willing to give up what I am in order to become what I will be.” That quote is attributed to Albert Einstein. Most of us fail because we cannot give up what we are and how we think. Our emotional baggage weighs us down and holds us back. Those breaking away from the past understand there is always another way. And it is usually better.

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