Positive Thinking In Action 8

        Well, here we are, the final episode. Positive thinking, easy to talk or write about; hard to do. Maintaining a positive attitude, a positive outlook; difficult to do. If this is something you really want, then I have outlined all the steps you need to put it into action.
        Just remember a few key points:

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1. You will react to all situations emotionally. Curse, blow off the steam, it is OK!
2. Respond to the situation in a rational, positive way. Stop. Take a breath. Think!
3. Take into consideration the kind of person you are. Perhaps you have some deeper issues that are getting in the way of winning 'Best Attitude of the Day'.
4. Never give up, never stop trying. Each situation is different. Each situation is unique. It's like starting from scratch every time. View this as opportunity to improve your skills.

A brief glimpse into Steven's brain trying to be positive:

1. Dog poop sticking to my wheels.
    Reaction:  "Dammit, shit !!" 
    Response: Now, what do I need to clean this with; how close are my tools; I have to
        minimize the tracking. Finish the job, get on with my day.
2. Spilling the milk.
    Reaction: " !$@&**^))++%%@^@!!+_|(^" 
    Response: Now, what do I need to clean this with; how close are my tools; I have to 
        minimize the tracking. Finish the job, get on with my day.
3. You have a grade 4 stage 4 tumor.
    Reaction: "A what? Dammit, Shit. !$@&**^))++%%@^@!!+_|(^"   
    Response: First was the typical what do we need to do? Second was the crying. Third was 
        developing the plan of attack. Fourth was the crying. Fifth was staying focused on not 
        falling apart and sticking to the plan.

Hey, it's not just a positive attitude, it's an adventure!

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