6 Ways Positive Thinking Can Increase Productivity
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Jan 25, 2021
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Many research studies suggest that a big part of being productive and ultimately successful is directly linked to positive thinking. Some
might think that in order to be happy and think positively, you first need to reach a sales target or become successful. However, studies prove that the opposite is true. Achieving a goal gives you short term happiness, while positive thinking on a regular basis results in increased productivity, and therefore more success.
1. Increases your energy
Happy people have more energy. When you think positive thoughts and you smile, it releases endorphins which gives you more energy. More energy means you can get more done and therefore are more productive.
2. Increases brain stimulation
Want to give your brain a boost? Smile. People with a positive attitude smile more, and in a TedTalk The Hidden Power of Smiling, Ron Gutman explains how studies have found that smiling actually increases brain activity. The more positive thoughts you have, the more you smile, and the better your brain functions.
3. Reduces stress
It’s difficult to be productive when you’re stressed out. It’s hard to stay focused because you’re thinking about deadlines, problems, or an overwhelming amount of work that needs to be done in what seems to never be enough time.
4. Enhances your problem solving skills
Every notice that when you’re in a good mood, nothing can bring you down? Even when a problem is thrown your way, you find it easier to figure a way out when you’re feeling happy. This is because positive thinking broadens your scope of attention, which enhances your problem solving skills.
5. Helps you identify and take advantages of opportunities
Positive thinking makes it easier to identify and take advantage of opportunities the same way it makes it easier to solve problems. The research study by NCBI also found that people with a positive mindset are generally more successful because they take advantage of opportunities.
6. Helps you work better in teams
The research study by NCBI additionally found that people that think positively have an easier time bonding with others and working in teams. People who think positively are more open to trusting others, and other research studies have also proven that smiling makes it easier for other people to trust you.
Summary
Mindful meditation is a method suggested in the study by NCBI as a way to increase positive thinking. Meditation helps you remain calm and present while dealing with high stressful situations so you can see obstacles as opportunities, and collaborate successfully with your team.
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