Positive Mental Attitude


Look at this glass on the table in front of you. Is it
half-full or is it half-empty?

Now, do you realize that it is entirely for you to decide
what the answer to this question is going to be.

The choice is yours.

So, the very same reality can be seen in totally opposite
ways: in a positive way, and in a negative way.

And there is always a positive side to any thing, any
situation, any event, any person.

Look at the world in a different way. Try to find out that
positive side. At first, you might literally have to dig
it out, but after some time, it automatically appears to
you. In fact, you eventually only see the good side.

Everything is beautiful, "everybody's beautiful, in their
own way", as the song goes.

So we invite you to try our 3-step positive mental attitude
formula.

In any situation, however apparently bad:

1. Keep cool and coolly examine the situation. Turn it
upside down, inside out, downside up and outside in.

2. Suddenly you realize it could have been worse. Find out
how and why it could have been worse.

3. Finally, the good side of it will just appear to you.
This can happen gradually or in a flash. It all depends on
parts 1 and 2.

Soon you'll see all things and all people in a positive way

What you call "failure" is in fact simply a new opportunity
to try again and do better than if you had "succeeded" in
the first place.

Now, have you noticed that a rich person has more of a
chance of getting a bank loan than a poor person? In other
words: you must have money to be given MORE money!

In the same way, if you are a "happy person", you'll get
MORE happiness.

As the great American poet Theodore Roethke said:
"The right things happen to the happy man"

Don't worry, whatever type of person you are, you can
easily turn yourself into a "happy person".

I can almost see your wry, "easier-said-than-done" smile.

But please, just try our 3-step formula and soon, very soon,
in fact much sooner than you think, you'll take up a sturdy
and radiant Positive Mental Attitude to life and THAT is
the only key to wellness, happiness, and a longer life.

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Anamchara - Beyond Positive Thinking

One of the most well known books ever written on success is James Allan's "As a man thinketh."

This book advocates thinking in a positive manner in order to create the life you dream of having. It suggests all you have to do is change your internal dialogue and you can begin to adopt a successful mind set. After an unspecified time you will then "have it all."

For some this approach has undoubtedly worked.

For many others it has manifestly not done so. There are more books written and read on positive thinking than on most any other subject. This has made some difference to people's lives but real change has not manifested for too many others.

I think this is because the writing of James Allen has been understood only at a surface level. In his wonderful book "As a man thinketh," he writes: -

"As a man thinketh in his heart so is he, not only embraces the whole of a mans being, but is so comprehensive as to reach out to every condition and circumstance."

Note the language.

It is a form of language you do not hear in today's personal growth market. I think this is why it is not so well understood. James Allen clearly states, "As a man thinketh in his heart?" He is, to my mind, talking about clearly making an emotional connection with one's heart.

This is where all positive change begins.

The heart speaks to one's being and not only to the intellect. The intellect is only a part of the wholeness of our humanity. Thinking positive thoughts can go some way to creating a wonderful experience of what it means to be alive. However, being alive is not just an intellectual experience. It is a when fully allowed a free flowing experience of delight.

The heart knows things that the head can never imagine.

The heart embraces the imagination. James Allen uses the word "embrace" in the above passage. The mind does not embrace. It rationalises. The mind operates in a linear fashion. It moves from point A to point B. An embrace is something that encircles you. A circle is complete it is not something that is partial. A circle is more holistic.

James Allen goes on to say that this "thinketh of the heart" is so comprehensive it affects all conditions and circumstances. It is in effect transformative. It changes ones relationship to life and living.

I personally think James Allan would have been better naming his wonderful book "As a man feels." This I think would guide many others to the experience of "embracing a man's being. It would more clearly focus one on the free flow of feeling within the body allied to ones purpose and values.

This connection with your purpose and values at the heart level raises passion. This is the real power that will "reach out to every condition and circumstance." This will be a warmer and more powerful experience than the cool application of simply repeating positive words and phrases.

Remember you are already forever enough no matter how much positive thinking you may apply to your being. Remember that the Blessing is already here and you are it.

Tony Cuckson is an Anam Cara. This Celtic term means "Soul Friend." He specializes in providing insight for the spiritual journey, Blessings for YOU, words of wisdom and finding inner peace. Visitors to Irish Blessings Matter website and Tony's Blog get the opportunity to develop a purpose driven life through articles, newsletters and other programs.

put the glass down

A professor began his class by holding up a glass with some water in it.

He held it up for all to see; asked the students,' How much do you think this glass weighs?'

'50gms!' .... '100gms!' ......'125gms' ......the students answered.

'I really don't know unless I weigh it,' said the professor,'but, my question is: What would happen if I held it up like this for a few minutes?'

'Nothing' the students said.

'Ok what would happen if I held it up like this for an hour?' the professor asked.

'Your arm would begin to ache' said one of the students.

'You're right, now what would happen if I held it for a day?'

'Your arm could go numb, you might have severe muscle stress; paralysis;

Have to go to hospital for sure!'ventured another student; all the students laughed.

'Very good. But during all this, did the weight of the glass change?' asked

The professor. 'No' the students said.

Then what caused the arm ache & the muscle stress?'

The students were puzzled.

'Put the glass down!' said one of the students.

'Exactly!' said the professor.' Life's problems are something like this.

Hold it for a few minutes in your head; they seem OK.

Think of them for a long time & they begin to ache. Hold it even longer & they begin to paralyze you. You will not be able to do anything.

It's important to think of the challenges (problems) in your life, but

EVEN MORE IMPORTANT to 'put them down' at the end of every day before you go to sleep.

That way, you are not stressed, you wake up every day fresh & strong & can handle any issue, any challenge that comes your way!'

Remember to 'PUT THE GLASS DOWN TODAY...............

FRIENDSHIP IS NOT FREE; IT MUST BE EARNED!

We should try to do these things better:

1. Encourage others to talk about themselves.
2. Talk in the interest ranges of the things that people treasure most when talking to them.
3. Talk to people about themselves and recognize their importance.
4. Respect other peopleʼs good judgment and avoid arguments.
5. Never tell anyone they are wrong, we all will rationalize to the point of thinking we are
unequivocally right.
6. We should criticize ourselves before other people have a chance to; if you are wrong,
admit it!
7. Tread softly, you will go farther.
8. We should try to let our friends feel as though they have excelled us at some time or
another.
9. Let others do a great deal more of the talking.
10. Figure out why others think as they do; look at it from their viewpoint.
11. Show compassion toward others (this is yearned for).
12. Treat people with respect, dignity, honesty, truthfulness and विल्लिन्ग्नेस।
१३.Challenge others to do something better, never force them
14. Call attention to mistakes indirectly (donʼt broadcast).
15. Make difficulties seem easy to conquer.
16. Praise minutest improvements and inspire hidden treasures in others.
17. Be friendly.
18. Force yourself to smile! (You will.)
19. Consider othersʼ good points.
20. Make others want to follow your suggestions.
21. Always appreciate peopleʼs time.
22. Be interested in everyone you meet.
23. Always remember: good manners are made up of petty sacrifices.
24. Remember names; a personʼs name is truly the most treasured phrase to that personʼs
ears. Use the I.R.A principles to help remember names.
25. Try saying this three (3) times: “Act enthusiastically and youʼll be enthusiastic.” It works.
26. Perfect yourself first, then worry about everyone else.