I’ve been busy lately at work for the last week. I was facing critical problems… that make me think and trying to have a positive mental attitude to find the solution to the problem.

And hey, you’ll be amazed at how your gray matter (your brain) in your head will produce countless POSSIBLE solutions as you work on the problem. I tried them one by one… many DIDN’T WORK, and finally, one did work… ugh (what a relief). So, after a week of “fighting” (sorry… “overcoming”). Just think about it, that’s what we were created for, by the Creator… our minds won’t give up until a solution is found!

So, if you are facing a similar “hurdle” in your business or in your life, don’t give up… It will help if you have a positive mental attitude.

Yes, I almost gave up… but looking back, all my fears (of failure) and negativity when I was solving the problem were actually stealing my energy and how useless they are… now that I think about it. Would a more positive attitude help me focus my energy and help me better cope with each difficult situation?

So how do we adopt and develop a positive mental attitude even when faced with a negative situation? When you are down and down, how do you get up or when think you face one last “brick wall” and feel Are you without a solution or… when you are hit with negative responses from people that make your enthusiasm and enthusiasm slowly fade away?

So, since I’m more relaxed now, let’s talk about how we can develop a positive mental attitude in life.

Definition: A positive mental attitude is believing, accepting, hoping and working for a good result in every situation. A positive mental attitude is constructive, while a negative mental attitude is destructive. It means expending creative energies on finding ways things can be done instead of exhausting emotional and mental powers thinking about ways things can’t be done. It means turning a problem into a solution. It means developing what I call THOUGHT DISPLACEMENT.

Let me explain… When you have a negative thought in your mind and it’s bothering you and pulling you down. What is actually happening is that you are focusing on what you do not want to happen and by doing so you are actually focusing on the catastrophe and not the solution! The displacement of thought changes all that; but it requires discipline and imagination.

So let me share with you 5 steps to developing a positive mental attitude:

1. Imagine, visualize, and keep thinking about things that you would like or prefer to happen for your problem..
Imagine that your problem is SOLVED. Use your imagination… you can do it. For example… if you are afraid that your project or presentation will fail, just eliminate those thoughts. Imagine and visualize that your million-dollar marketing presentation was excellent… and CLOSED that deal! Imagine earning $500 a day online… and your mind will only think of solutions to difficult problems. When the negative thought returns, challenge it and replace it with a solution.

2. Pursue wisdom. Have the habit of always learning.
Seek wisdom… pursue it. If that means asking a wise person or friend for help, just ASK THEM for help. Read on to find out if others have also faced similar issues. We can learn from others. Read life stories of people who have overcome incredible odds. When a negative mental attitude inhabits your mind, go read a book about real-life stories of overachievers. By doing so, you positively relate that they not only survived but they won!

3. Affirm out loud every day with a positive attitude.
Say out loud to yourself “I will solve my problem today” or “I will make $500/day in my online business”. You could write down your affirmations in a notebook that tells you clearly what you are going to do. If you are facing a “low self esteem” problem, affirm who you are and what relationships, responsibilities you have for my life goals. With this daily check-in, you will remain positive and highly motivated. Alternatively, record an audio recording of yourself, or find a recording that helps you affirm your goals, responsibilities, and self-esteem on a daily basis.

4. Have a great attitude! Act and behave motivated even if you don’t feel like it.
Too often we let our subconscious mind dictate our attitudes and lead us astray from the right path. Have you heard that “You attitude determine your altitude in life”. Keep the right attitude. The key to high performing and highly motivated people is your attitude. Although it may seem difficult, remember to keep the right attitude… doing the right thing, acting and behaving motivated even in difficult situations. Eventually our minds and spirits will respond positively.

5. Do something to stretch your mental or physical resources.
When you’re thinking negative thoughts, do something to give your mental or physical resources a stretch. Go swimming or jogging. Learn to play a musical instrument or cook up a storm in the kitchen to make dinner for the whole family! Learn a new sport like golf or scuba diving, or go horseback riding! Learn to blog… if you don’t have a blog… why not!! You will find your mind and body refreshed by the experiences.

Look for the positive in every situation. If you do, you will definitely see the light (the solution) and find opportunities for growth, learning, and experience. Remember to use affirmations like:

* I can do it

* I will succeed

* It’s an opportunity

* I’ll find out

* It will work

* It will help me grow

Until next time, remember the 5 steps to developing a positive mental attitude.

Have a positive week ahead!!