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Yes I Can! The Power of a Positive Attitude
Whether you are trying to be more active, eat healthy or stop smoking, a positive attitude can help. Negative thoughts or self-defeating attitudes may not only be detrimental to our health, but can also sabotage efforts to make positive lifestyle changes.
Do any of these statements sound like you?
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- "I always eat too much so I am always going to be big and there's nothing I can do about it."
- "It's been a week since I exercised, so there is no use in exercising now."
- "This is too hard. If I smoke another cigarette, I am just going to give up."
It takes practice, but re-think these negative thoughts.
Think Again…
- "I ate a lot today. I need to go for an extra long walk and remember that tomorrow is another today."
- "I've had a week off, but I am ready to get back to my walking routine. If I don't have time, I'll at least ask my coworker to walk around the park before we pick up lunch."
- "Giving up smoking is a lot harder than I thought, but I know I can do this. After all, if she can do it, so can I. Next time I feel like having a smoke, I will call the Quit Line or go for a walk."
As you make positive changes towards a healthier you, use positive self-talk. You'll be surprised at what a difference a positive outlook can make.
Did you know?
Stress impacts your health more than you might think. You probably know that stress can disrupt sleep, cause a tension headache or an upset stomach, but stress is also linked to many chronic diseases such as cancer, heart disease and immune abnormalities. So relax and learn healthy ways to deal with stress.
