"Think positive" isn't just a mantra. It has serious health benefits like boosting your immunity and protecting your mental health.
Learn how to reframe negative self-talk into positivity that can boost your health.
Positive thoughts boost immunity, mental health and more.
Do: Reverse the golden rule. Treat yourself kindly. Don't say anything to yourself you wouldn't say to someone else.
Don't: Expect the worst. Imagining the worst may feel like you're bracing yourself, but it just causes anxiety.
Do: Notice mental noise. Every so often, check in on your thoughts. Learn how to recognize when they're negative.
Don't: Believe every story you tell yourself. Beware of negative self-talk. Don't mistake fears for facts.
Do: Flip the thought. When you think "I can't," reverse it to "I can keep trying."
Do: Seek out positive people. You can learn to be more optimistic by spending time with friends who expect good things.
Guidance from the experts at Mayo Clinic.