Promote Positivism<\/p>\n
\"Positive Attitude is a Plus\" -- so goes the corporate
\nadvertisement of Essar Gujarat, one of the leading industrial
\nconglomerates in India. The ad clearly describes positivism as
\nhaving a logic and momentum all its own.<\/p>\n
One of my friends from India visited Jakarta without his
\nfamily, and stayed in a hotel for a few weeks. Another guest who
\ncalled on my friend asked him: \"Do you have any difficulty in
\nadjusting to the new place or living without your family?\" My
\nfriend replied: \"No, not at all. I feel quite at home here and
\nbesides, you're also one of my family.\" His statement was not
\ntheoretical -- I know he meant it and he really lives that way.<\/p>\n
Wouldn't it be nice if we all could cultivate such noble
\ntraits and positive attitudes in life? Actually, there are no
\nstrangers in this world because one can always find some common
\nground between people. It is said that whenever we meet a
\nstranger we should leave him as a friend.<\/p>\n
How many of us exchange pleasantries with others while riding
\nin a lift? Usually, most of us have a cold, dull look on our face
\nor just stare at the floor. Some are clearly relieved to get out
\nof the lift when they reach their floor.<\/p>\n
On our morning walks do we ever wish anyone good morning? We
\nencounter the same people every day but we don't even attempt to
\nsmile at them, let alone wish them well. Isn't it good to start
\nthe day with a friendly and cheerful disposition?<\/p>\n
I recall a finance manager who invariably wished every single
\nperson good morning. Happiness is contagious. We smile because we
\nare happy and we become happy because we smile. By uplifting
\nothers' feelings, we also uplift our own.<\/p>\n
There is another advantage in being positive. It is claimed
\nthat by keeping our mind occupied with positive thoughts, there
\nwill be no room for negative ones. Forcing in positive thoughts
\ndrives out the negatives. We can't think two opposite thoughts at
\nthe same time. By changing our thoughts, we change our attitudes
\nand feelings.<\/p>\n
It certainly requires effort to keep thinking positive, but
\nafter constant practice, the positive attitude becomes a habit.
\nAs they say, a positive attitude is 10 percent nature and 90
\npercent nurture.<\/p>\n
The theory of auto-suggestion enjoins everyone to firmly
\nbelieve that we have reserves of health, energy, strength and
\nendurance. It's all a state of mind. Say to yourself everyday:
\n\"Something good is going to happen to me today.\" We should also
\nrepeat words of power, strength, courage, self-confidence and
\nsuccess. Words set the tone of the mind. They dictate our
\nthoughts, our acts, our attitudes as well as our habits, lives
\nand fortunes.<\/p>\n
A Yoga teacher once explained to me the methodology of auto-
\nsuggestion. We should mentally narrate to ourselves suggestions
\nsuch as:<\/p>\n
I have a good family;<\/p>\n
My children are good -- they'll have a bright future;<\/p>\n
I keep good health;<\/p>\n
I have nice and helpful friends;<\/p>\n
My neighbors are nice people;<\/p>\n
I find pleasure in working with my office colleagues;<\/p>\n
I live in a peaceful country -- the weather is pleasant and
\nconducive to health.<\/p>\n
We build upon such positive thoughts to calm our minds and
\nrelieve the stress and tension of daily life.<\/p>\n
Life is not meant for animosity or distrust. Only by
\ndeveloping positive perspectives can we attain a \"win-win\"
\nsituation for all. We only live once, so why not live properly?<\/p>\n
D.Chandramouli<\/p>\n
Cilandak,<\/p>\n
South Jakarta<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/promote-positivism-1447893297", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }