Positive Mental Attitude is not a new term. The concept first introduced in 1937 by Napoleon Hill in the book “Think and Grow Rich”. The book never actually uses the term, but discusses about the importance of positive thinking as a contributing factor of success. The author later wrote a new book about the mentality, and gave it the name – which means success through a Positive Mental Attitude. It defines positive mental attitude as faith, integrity, hope, optimism, courage, initiative, generosity, tolerance, tact, kindliness and good common sense.
Positive mental attitude is a philosophy which asserts that having an optimistic disposition in every situation in one’s life attracts positive changes and increases achievement. Adherents employ a state of mind that continues to seek, find and execute ways to win, or find a desirable outcome, regardless of the circumstances. This concept is the opposite of negativity, defeatism and hopelessness. Optimism and hope are vital to the development of PMA. Finding greater joy in small joys, to live without hesitation or holding back personal values is what PMA is all about.
Favorable attitudes, emotions, personality characteristics, and self-rated health have been associated with successful ageing in late life. PMA is important because studies suggests that persons with negative attitude have an increased risk of death. A study of Major League Baseball players indicated that a key component that separates major league players from the minor leagues and all other levels is their ability to develop mental characteristics and mental skills. Among them were mental toughness, confidence, maintaining a positive attitude, dealing with failure, expectations, and positive self-talk.
Some simple steps can make your mindet & life more positive. It could for instants be focusing on the good things. Then you face hard moments in life, focus on the good things no matter how small or seemingly insignificant they seem. Practicing gratitude has been shown to reduce stress, improve self-esteem, and foster resilience even in very difficult times. Be open to humor in all situations, especially the difficult ones, and give yourself permission to laugh. Being around positive people has been shown to improve self-esteem and increase your chances of reaching goals. Practice positive self-talk.
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