Tough Times? Build Your Resilience In 4 Steps

Optimists are among the most resilient of us, and they succeed by virtue of focusing their attention on how they can make their situations better. When faced with a challenge, pessimistic thinkers are more likely to be blind to opportunities to enact positive changes. In short, they adopt a victim mentality.

Plus, optimists are better able to gauge how much control they do have – that is, they're more realistic about exactly how they can improve their situation. We have some interesting examples in today’s article, plus three more essential tips to get you through the hard times.

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us Tip of the Day Tough Times? Build Your Resilience In 4 Steps Optimists are among the most resilient of us, and they succeed by virtue of focusing their attention on how they can make their situations better. When faced with a challenge, pessimistic thinkers are more likely to be blind to opportunities to enact positive changes. In short, they adopt a victim mentality. Plus, optimists are better able to gauge how much control they do have – that is, they're more realistic about exactly how they can improve their situation. We have some interesting examples in today’s article, plus three more essential tips to get you through the hard times. READ NOW Trending Now Negative Emotions: Use ‘Em or Lose ‘Em   Five 3-Word Mantras That Will Make You Happier   Advertisement About Health  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Tip of the Day newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.