Look at the bright side of life.
from The Greatest Salesman in the World by Og Mandino
Approaching every situation with a light heart can diminish negative feelings, and it will shrink every bad situation to its proper size. Humor helps you cope with problems on a deeper level by bringing about the understanding that the problem is not the end of the world and that every problematic situation has a solution. Always remember to laugh at the world and yourself because laughter is a conscious way to be happy and successful.
How to Apply This
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When you are in a difficult situation, repeat: “This too shall pass.”
Understanding the transience of difficult situations can help you find the light to guide you through the tunnel of remorse, sadness, and failure. -
Put things into perspective.
If you want to prevent minor failures from crushing your spirit, you should remember that what happens in a day is insignificant when considering the bigger picture. This will help you to stop taking every single event so seriously. -
Work hard to avoid sadness.
The best way to prevent sadness from becoming a part of your daily experience is to keep yourself busy and focused on your daily goals. -
Laugh at the world.
Find a positive side to every situation and person. -
Laugh at yourself.
The most positive quality, in terms of maintaining a positive character, is the ability to not take yourself too seriously. The world is already complex and full of obstacles, so you don’t need to become one.
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