Definition of Positive Thinking

Positive thinking is the act of thinking good or affirmative thoughts. Many people engage in positive thinking to rid themselves of depressing, unhealthy, negative thoughts. Positive thinking is a way to use your mind to reverse the damaging effects of negative thinking.

Mind and Body

Based on the idea the mind can affect the body, positive thinking is a way of keeping the mind and body healthy.

Training the Mind

Positive thinking is a mind-training technique that requires effort to focus on optimistic thoughts and quash all negative thoughts.

Drug-Free Treatment

Positive thinking is a way of enhancing health without the use of drugs. It is a natural way of creating health and happiness.

Treatment Involving Beliefs

Positive thinking is a form of treatment that utilizes positive beliefs to create a healthy mind and body.

A Strategy

Positive thinking is a strategy that can be used to make you feel good about yourself so you can go forward with your life.

A "Love Thyself" Action

Positive thinking is an active role you take to treat yourself with love and kindness. It is a form of training that builds up self-worth.

References

• National Mental Health Information Center: Building Self-esteem
• National Library of Medicine

Resources

• Louise Hay's daily affirmations

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