A Positive Life

It's nearly impossible to be a negative pessimistic person and have a happy positive life.

You will get what you focus on in life. Pay attention to your thoughts and words and make sure they are positive. 

If you want to live a happy positive life be sure your thoughts and words are positive.

It's important to watch your language! Below find a list of disempowering words and the empowering word you can say and think in its place.  If you change your language and your thoughts, your life will be even better!

Disempowering  - EMPOWERING

Overwhelmed      IN DEMAND       

Stressed              BLESSED        

Problem              CHALLENGE                   

Challenge            OPPORTUNITY                 

Failed                  LEARNED SOMETHING                 

Terrible               DIFFERENT          

Los                      SEARCHING          

Confused             ABOUT TO LEARN SOMETHING

Afraid                  EXCITED FOR THE FUTURE

Be Positive ... it's worth it!!

Benefits of Being Positive

1. Positive people live longer
2. Positive work environments outperform negative work environments  
3. Positive optimistic salespeople sell more than pessimistic salespeople
4. Positive people are healthier and happier
5. Positive emotions such as gratitude and appreciation help athletes perform at a higher level 

Cost of Being Negative

1. Dampens enthusiasm and motivation
2. Creates feelings of sadness, frustration and unworthiness
3. Negative employees can scare off every custome they speak with…. for good
4. Too many negative interactions can decrease the productivity of a team
5. Negative is associated with greater stress, less energy and more pain
6. 90% of Doctor visits are stress related

Live Positive Live Longer

Benefits of being Optimistic

Don't worry be happy! We could also say don't worry, think positive, be optimistic and live longer! Studies show that having an optimistic outlook is linked to better health.

According to an article in the Huffington Post by David R Hamilton, Ph.D. positive attitudes do more than just help us achieve goals or get us through a tough time, it adds years to our lives. Dr. Hamilton examined studies conducted at Carnegie Mellon University, Mayo Clinic, Yale University and a Dutch study which all came to the same conclusion. Optimism makes a significant difference in the quality and length of your life.

Positive people are better able to handle the challenges, changes, and unexpected difficulties of life. They tend to adjust easily, look for something positive and accept the situation. Negative people have a tendency to get upset, angry and stay stuck at the unforeseen undesired episodes that are a part of life. The pessimistic reaction causes stress. Stress is a culprit in a number of health issues.

A positive attitude is a key ingredient to a longer more enjoyable life. It also makes a positive impact  on your golf game as an optimistic attitude will help you to play even better! According to Dr. Hamiliton stress causes inflammation in your body. This not only causes health challenges it will limit the movement in your swing. You'll be less flexible which will effect the timing and power generated in your golf swing.

Studies show that you cannot be stressed and thankful at the same time. If you are being pessimistic and feeling stressed, take a few moments to think about and appreciate some things you are thankful for in your life. Change your thought pattern to something positive and you'll feel better, be healthier and play even better golf.

Be Positive - Live Positive - Golf Positive