b"A QUESTION OF ATTITUDE Practice recognition: Practicing gratitude has been shown to reduce stress,improveself-esteemandpromoteresilience,eveninvery difficult times.Think of people, times, or things that bring you comfort or happiness, and try to express your gratitude at least once a day. It could be thanking a co-worker for helping with a project, a loved one for washing the dishes, or your dog for the unconditional love they give you.Hang out with positive people: negativity and positivity have proven to be contagious. Consider the people you spend time with.Have you noticed how one person in a bad mood can knock almost everyone in a room down? A positive person has the opposite effect on others.Being around positive people has been shown to improve self-esteem and increase your chances of achieving your goals. Surround yourself with people who can uplift you and help you see the bright side of things.Practiceapositiveinnerdialogue:wetendtobethehardeston ourselves and our own worst critics. Over time, this can cause you to form a negative opinion, of yourself that can be hard to shake.To stop this, you will need to pay attention to the voice in your head and respond with positive messages, also known as positive self-talk. Identify your negative points: Take a good look at the different areas of your life and identify those in which you tend to be the most negative. Not sure?Ask a trusted friend or colleague. Chances are they'll be able to offer some insight. A colleague may notice that you tend to be negative at work. Your spouse may notice that you become particularly negative while driving. It is suggested that you tackle one area at a time.Start each day on a positive note: create a ritual where you start each day with something uplifting and positive. Germain Decelles107"