Stress, an over-extended schedule, negative people and a myriad of other issues can drain your positivity. When you feel this happening, it’s imperative that you bring a halt to the negativity that is creeping in and depleting your positive energy. There are various actions you can take to regain and sustain your positivity.
Buy a New Outfit
For many people, there’s a direct connection between self-image and a positive attitude. When you’re feeling down, purchasing a new outfit can brighten your overall disposition. Browse through a clothing site, such as Simple Addiction, and pay attention to what catches your eye and resonates with your personal style. Don’t be swayed by trends. Buy something that will make you feel good when wearing it. Opt for clothing in colors such as red, orange, yellow and green that are considered mood-lifting colors.
Make a New Friend
Forming a friendship with someone who typically has a positive outlook on life can help keep you in a positive frame of mind. Just as negative friends can drag you into the gutter of negativity, positive friends can accompany you up the mountain of exhilaration. You may need to change your routine or shop or dine at a different location or expand your social life to increase your opportunity to meet new friends.
Do Something You’ve Never Done Before
If you’re an adventurous person, doing something different to increase your positivity could mean that you’ll plan a cruise, a zip line adventure, go whitewater rafting or visit a different country. However, much less extravagant activities can lift your mood and put you in a positive frame of mind. Learning a craft, finding a new hobby, visiting local attractions, volunteering or taking a class on a subject that’s always captured your interest can boost your positivity.
Find a New Song to Motivate You
Listening to music with an upbeat rhythm can lift your mood. When using music to boost positivity, choose songs that have a positive message or lyrics that make you laugh. Laughter is good for the soul and can elevate your mood. If the song makes you dance, then all the better! Don’t just listen to uplifting music, sing along so that you can gain the full benefit that music has on your mood. Here are just a few songs that you should try out:
- “I’m a Believer” by Smash Mouth
- “Chicken Fried” by Zac Brown Band
- “Put a Little Love in Your Heart” by Jackie Deshannon
- “All I Wanna Do” by Sugarland
- “Don’t Stop Believin’” by Journey
So just jump in the car, and head out on the open road. Let your mind with all of its stresses clear out as you blast up the music, letting the positive vibes take root. That’s what a lot of people do when they just need to let off steam. If going out for a drive isn’t really your thing, though, put on your headphones and let the tunes work their magic every time you feel down, stressed or in any way negative. Music is one of the best sources of positivity!
Keeping a positive attitude not only makes you happier, it can be beneficial to your overall health. If you feel your positivity fading, make some changes to your wardrobe, routine or habits that will generate positive feelings.
