Hi, to all my family, friends, fiends, foes and funky folks!
So, you’ve finally got to it. You’ve made the conscious decision to flip the coin over and conscientiously be more positive. You’re tired of the doom-scrolling, the negative self-talk, the ever so present energy vampires, and you’ve decided to adopt a more positive outlook. First off, massive kudos. That’s the absolute hardest part — making the choice. It’s like deciding to learn a Stevie Vai guitar solo; the initial commitment is 89% of the battle.
But now you’re sitting there, feeling a bit brighter, and a little voice in your head is asking, “Okay… so now what?” It’s a fantastic question! A positive mindset isn’t a destination where you just kick back and relax. It’s the fuel you’ve just put in your tank. The real adventure begins when you turn the key and decide where to drive.
Think of it this way: for years, maybe you were driving with the emergency brake on. Now you’ve released it. The road is open. Let’s talk about how to start moving forward and actually use this new, powerful energy you’ve cultivated.
1. Audit Your Inputs (The Mental Diet)
You are what you consume, and I’m not just talking about pizza and rock anthems (though both are essential). I’m talking about the…
