Do you see things as being generally positive or generally negative?

How we react to adversity reveals much about who we are as people.

Do you realize that you can alter this situation?

It takes practice to maintain optimism in the face of adversity. I have been called “annoyingly positive,” but that’s my outward personality.

Negative experiences vary in their severity.

A disaster with a baked cake can’t compare to losing a loved one through separation or death. People, however, vary significantly from one another.

Furthermore, the same event that sends one of us reeling into the pits of despair might not even flinch the other. Moreover, there are times when it is entirely incorrect to look for the bright side.

Here, we’ll examine what it means to maintain a positive outlook under adverse circumstances. We’ll talk about poisonous positivity and then list six strategies for maintaining optimism when facing adversity.

What does it mean to be positive? 

An optimistic person is said to have a positive attitude. They have rosy glasses on and don’t perceive reality as it is. The positive in a situation is what they dwell on, rather than the unpleasant.

Let’s be straight up here. How many of us take pleasure in the company of pessimists? My life isn’t perfect; I have a few detractors.

They drain my vitality like a vampire, therefore I have to minimize my contact with them. Having every minor setback into a major crisis may be draining.

However, I am fortunate to share my life with a few of exceptionally upbeat people. Those who have ridden out the storms of adversity.

How they manage to keep upright is beyond my comprehension. And they’re calmly and competently doing it. They keep their spirits up and make it through hard patches unscathed.

Sometimes I wish I knew their secret.

As I gawk in astonishment at these individuals, I realize that I fall squarely in the middle.

Depending on my mood, I can make a huge deal out of a very minor event. Or, I can be as Zen as a Buddha and accept total destruction. In what ways do you differ from them?

We can boost our mood with few simple, constructive actions. Kind acts and keeping a gratitude journal are two examples.

Perhaps we would be better prepared to deal with a negative scenario if we had a more optimistic frame of mind to begin with.

Here Are Six Takeaways That Can Help You Remain Optimistic Despite Adverse Circumstances.

Researchers looking at POWs from the Vietnam War found a strong link between a positive outlook and posttraumatic growth.

This explains how one can find permanent happiness even after experiencing extreme adversity.

Although this is an extreme case, I hope to show that it is possible to find joy and hope again after experiencing tremendous tragedy.

If you want to become more resilient and optimistic, these six suggestions can help.

1.   Start by Taking A Deep Breath

For when you’re in the wrong spot. Your breathing should be one of the first things you focus on. It can give you time to collect your thoughts and lessen the likelihood of acting hastily.

After all, taking a few deep breaths has improved both emotional and physical health.

So, take a four-count breath in and a four-count breath out.

This process should be repeated several times while you take some time to think about how you want to respond. This will aid the adoption of a more optimistic outlook.

2.   Don’t assume the worst.

Avoid exaggerating the seriousness of the problem. Fight anxiety with logic and the ability to bring your racing thoughts back under control.

You can only act based on the data at hand. Don’t infer meaning or create drama out of thin air.

By doing this, you can avoid letting your mind go amok.

3.   Look For Different Ways Out

The question is whether you are in a position to change.

How about this:

• Are you trying to solve a problem?
• Is it time for you to prioritize your health?
• When was the last time you asked a favor of someone?

Perhaps you need to rely more heavily on your social network for emotional support.

You should manage what you can manage. But other than that, take care of yourself and prioritize your health.

4.   Express Your Emotions to a Trusted Friend or Loved One

Feel free to share your thoughts and feelings.

Don’t try to hide your emotions from yourself; accept them instead.

Take time to think about them and permit yourself to feel whatever emotions arise.

Don’t be reluctant to seek counseling from a trained expert. This may help you break destructive patterns.

5.   Exercising

Not everyone shares my passion for jogging.

Although the operation is not required.

That may be anything at all. Activities such as swimming, bicycling, and kayaking are recommended.

A half-hour stroll can do wonders for your disposition and emotional stability.

Dopamine, the “happy hormone,” is released during physical activity.

This suggests that we are more likely to give a favorable answer after some physical activity.

6.   Hang Out With Upbeat People

Consider the people you hang out with. That we can’t always shield ourselves from bad vibes is something I get. But train yourself to establish limits. Figure out how to spend less time with people who drain your positive energy.

Find people who can motivate you instead.

The people we hang out with can greatly influence who we become. Jim Rohn is the one who claimed we become like the five individuals we spend the most time with. In this case, consider these persons. In other words, do you aspire to emulate their success? If not, you should reconsider how you spend your time.

Signing Off:

Maintaining optimism in adversity is more challenging than it may first appear.

It’s something you have to become used to doing.

Positive thinking isn’t always the best course of action in the face of adversity. We can do it in a safe space when we need to be alone with our thoughts and feelings.

The difference between healthy positivity and unhealthy positivity is crucial.

It would be best if you did not act like a tiny atom.

You should be someone who inspires and uplifts those around you.

Do you have any thoughts?

Can you put yourself in a position to have a good outlook even when facing overwhelming challenges?

Do you have a personal account of how you managed to find hope under trying circumstances?

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