Promoting the Positive

Tuesday's inspirational thoughts for a happy and fulfilling day.   [View Online]( INSPIRATION [Promoting the Positive]( We always have the option to not participate in negativity or to find a way to create a positive direction instead. Sometimes we start out with the best intentions to think and speak only positive thoughts, but the people around us throw us off course. Not everyone fully understands the power our thoughts and words have, or even if they do, they may be stuck in old patterns of negativity. Much of our habitual communication takes the form of complaining and criticizing, and it can be hard to find a way into certain conversations without lapsing into those old habits. However, we always have the option not to participate in negativity or to find a way to influence the situation in a positive direction. In the right company, you may even be able to directly acknowledge the fact that things have taken a negative turn, thus freeing yourself and others from the negative pull. Not everyone will respond to your cues. There’s no need to become overly attached to the idea of changing other people, because people have to choose for themselves how they will be in the world. Many people stay with negativity because it is familiar to them and feels safe. It is important to give people the space to find their own way, but you can always set an example, subtly representing the power of being positive. At times, you may interject an affirmative statement into the conversation, or you may simply change the subject. You also may withdraw your energy and presence, which makes a subtle statement. If you feel comfortable enough with somebody that is always negative, perhaps, you can have an honest conversation with them; after all, awareness is the first step to change. A powerful way to free yourself from the negative pull is to enlist allies who are of similar mind. You and a friend, coworker, or family member may agree to work together to continually shift the energy in a situation in a positive direction. The power of two people working to promote the positive is exponentially greater than one person working on their own. As you and your allies work together to lift the energy around you, you will be amazed to see how quickly the positive pull begins to draw people into its orbit, freeing one mind after another from negativity into light. ❁ Did you miss yesterday's inspiration? Click [here]( to view them all.   DailyOM Companion Course [Gentle Yoga to Rebuild Strength and Flexibility]( Connecting your breath with your body allows you to slow down, get grounded, and improve your inner state of balance. 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