Positively Stressless

Do you believe in yourself? Do you know what beliefs are? Let's dig into it!This week is all about beliefs. I will share some things you may not know about yourself and some positive beliefs you can integrate into your daily thinking.ResourcesWorkbook https://www.psychologytools.com/resource/positive-belief-record/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/finding-purpose/201810/what-actually-is-belief-and-why-is-it-so-hard-change https://www.aboutmybrain.com/blog/what-is-a-belief https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/10-things-you-dont-know-about-yourself/ https://www.liveyourtruestory.com/7-beliefs-that-support-a-positive-mindset-confidence/https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/20141202110704-64275548-the-power-of-positive-believing-not-positive-thinking/https://www.marcandangel.com/2013/05/21/4-short-stories-change-the-way-you-think/

Are you successful? How do you know? What do you define as success?These are all valid questions that I want to help you begin to address. This week's episode tackles the varying definitions of success and how you can find your own pathway. Tune in for examples of how success can be different for different people, and for inspirational stories about people from all walks of life finding their own success journey.I'll even give you 3 internal factors that you can leverage to increase your personal success level!ResourcesTed Talk - https://www.ted.com/talks/sarah_lewis_embrace_the_near_win?referrer=playlist-what_is_success https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/meaning-success-how-define-life-eugene-adu-wusu/ https://soulsalt.com/what-does-success-mean/ https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/tips-to-become-successful https://threestepsbusiness.com/how-to-achieve-success/ 

This week I want to talk about toxic negativity. I will outline 10 character types who are labelled as toxic and some indicators that you or someone you know is toxically negative. I also will give you a few pointers on how you can decrease your negativity or deal with a peer who is dragging you down.Today's wrap-up story is a fable about the difference between positive and negative thoughts.Fun Fact: around the 5-minute mark you can hear a cat meowing in the background that I didn't realize until I had finished editing!Resourceshttps://iheartintelligence.com/negativity-is-toxic/https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/signs-toxic-personhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/travisbradberry/2015/11/10/10-toxic-people-you-should-avoid-at-all-costs/?sh=3ae3298c61dbhttps://medium.com/the-mission/why-negative-people-are-literally-killing-you-and-how-to-obliterate-pessimism-from-your-life-eb85fadced87https://www.powerofpositivity.com/negativity-is-toxic-boost-positivity/https://www.shortstoriesforkids.net/short-stories/positive-and-negative-thinking/ 

Let's take a 90-degree turn this week and discuss negativity and its benefits. Negativity is human nature and can actually end up saving your life if you listen to it. Tune into this week's episode to learn more about how and why you should use negativity as part of your mentality.You will definitely want to listen to the whole episode as the story at the end is very interesting this week!Resourceshttps://www.thespectrum.com/story/life/2015/07/05/close-calls-utah-ted-bundy/29742385/https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/changepower/201912/9-positive-benefits-negative-thinkinghttps://www.weforum.org/agenda/2016/03/why-negative-thoughts-are-good-for-well-being/https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/negative-emotions-key-well-being/https://www.healthline.com/health/positive-side-negative-thinking#negativity-bias https://tinybuddha.com/blog/3-reasons-to-stop-worrying-about-your-negative-thoughts/ 

Building on the last episode, this week I want to talk about toxic positivity. I will share what it is, how you can identify it, and how you can avoid it in the future. I also share a story all the way from WWII about why it is important to look at the negative and positive in any situation.Resourceshttps://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-toxic-positivity-5093958 https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/toxic-positivityhttps://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/toxic-positivity-during-the-pandemic#Toxic-positivity-is-especially-harmful-right-nowhttps://blog.hubspot.com/sales/survivorship-bias 

I've spent the last 13 weeks talking about the benefits of positive thinking but now it is time to take a look at the dark side of this mentality. In this week's episode, I want to share with you 3 main reasons why positive thinking can have a negative connotation and how you can walk the line. Life is all about balance and this episode makes that abundantly clear.Resourceshttps://www.successconsciousness.com/blog/positive-attitude/what-is-the-meaning-of-positive-attitude/ https://www.counsellinginmelbourne.com.au/mood-swings/ https://www.newsweek.com/2016/09/23/positive-thinking-myth-498447.htmlhttps://optimalpositivity.com/positive-people-seem-attract-victims/ https://notablelife.com/5-negatives-of-being-too-positive/ https://www.reddit.com/r/AskReddit/comments/lfiaxz/irl_friends_of_social_media_influencers_what_is/ 

What's the deal with meditation? Is it all it's cracked up to be? That's what I am exploring this week on Positively Stressless. Tune in to learn about the positives and negatives revolving around the practice of meditation. I'll even help you understand the difference between the 7 most common practice types. Still not sure meditation is right for you? Listen until the end for a story from Rebecca in Oklahoma who felt the same way at first!Resourceshttps://www.mindful.org/10-things-we-know-about-the-science-of-meditation/ Meditation Types - https://www.everydayhealth.com/meditation/types/ https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/can_meditation_cause_you_harm https://www.insider.com/why-meditation-can-be-bad-2018-3Style Quiz - https://www.tryinteract.com/quiz/what-style-of-meditation-is-right-for-you/ Meditation Stories - https://aaptiv.com/magazine/meditation-stories 

This week is all about negativity and naysayers. I will go over red flags that come along with negative people. I will also give you techniques you can use to deal with negative people in your life. Finally, I will touch on how to deal with doubters and self-doubt.As always, stick around for the whole episode to hear some positive affirmations and in lieu of a story, I will share with you some interesting study results about why you should give people the benefit of the doubt.Resourceshttps://www.developgoodhabits.com/negative-people/ https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-drives-some-people-so-negative-susan-ways-sphr/ https://www.lifehack.org/293018/15-signs-negative-people https://www.powerofpositivity.com/10-smart-ways-respond-negative-person/  https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/what_happens_when_you_give_people_the_benefit_of_the_doubt https://www.businessinsider.com/when-people-doubt-your-ability-to-succeed-2014-8 https://eugenetherapy.com/article/overcome-self-doubt/ 

Is hustling good for your physical and mental health? Does working harder get you to your goals quicker? Do workaholics get more done? These are all great questions that are answered this week when I talk about hustle culture and the drawbacks of overworking.As always, stick around for the whole episode to hear some positive affirmations and a story about the impact of overworking.*I recently switched my OS and I haven't had a compatible microphone so there is some popping and crackling, I apologize for that. I have ordered a more appropriate mic and it should hopefully arrive next week. Fingers crossed*Resourceshttps://www.webmd.com/balance/stress-management/news/20180716/working-yourself-to-death-long-hours-bring-risks https://headversity.com/the-toxicity-of-hustle-culture-the-grind-must-stop/ https://healthylivinglondon.com/wellbeing/are-you-a-victim-of-hustle-culture/ https://matermea.com/5-ways-to-detach-from-hustle-culture/ https://www.healthline.com/health/working-too-much-health-effects https://style.ca/hustle-culture-and-self-care/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1740219/ https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0030719

This week we are talking about crying. I will share some of the benefits of emotional tears. I also talk about different tactics you can use to start getting in touch with your emotional side. As usual stick around for the whole episode to get your weekly dose of positive affirmations and a short story about finding emotion in places you would never expect.Quiz https://psychcentral.com/quizzes/emotional-type-quiz#1 Story http://www.sofiesandell.com/personal-story-crying-sadness-healing-music/ Resourceshttps://www.apa.org/monitor/2014/02/cry https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/why-cant-i-cry#things-to-try https://www.healthline.com/health/benefits-of-crying#grievingprocesshttps://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/is-crying-good-for-you-2021030122020https://www.verywellmind.com/an-overview-of-the-types-of-emotions-4163976

This week we are talking about how to share your light and positivity without burning out. I talk about positivity ratios, and the 10 emotions you should focus on to nourish your soul. I also tell you a few ways you can spread positivity in the world without coming off as annoying or condescending. As always, stick around for the whole episode to get your weekly dose of positive affirmations and to hear a story illustrating how positive strategies, solutions, and support can create opportunities even in the darkest of times.Check your positivity ratio here:http://www.positivityratio.com/single.php Learn about the Penny Brohn Cancer Center here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPOSyma8O_A&feature=emb_imp_woyt https://www.pennybrohn.org.uk/why-choose-us/impact/difference-wellbeing/ Other Resources:https://www.thepositiveencourager.global/p-is-for-people-who-spread-positivity-during-their-time-on-the-planet/ https://thoughtcatalog.com/stephanie-althoff/2014/08/why-you-should-share-the-positive-not-the-negative-especially-on-social-media/ https://www.positivityblog.com/positivity-today/ https://healthyhappyimpactful.com/ways-spread-positivity/ https://www.theodysseyonline.com/understanding-why-being-positive-important 

Let's talk about self-talk! How we talk to ourselves greatly impacts the way we see the world around us. This week I will break down how you can identify and categorize your negative self-talk. I will also provide you with a few tips and scenarios to change the negatives into positives.As always, stick around for the whole episode to hear positive affirmations and a story about changing your own narrative.Resourceshttps://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/self-talk#why-it-matters https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/memberarticles/positive-self-talk-can-help-relieve-anxietyhttps://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/self-talk#takeawayhttps://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/self-talk#getting-startedhttps://www.solutionsforresilience.com/negative-self-talk/ Lovelyn's Storyhttps://tinybuddha.com/blog/change-life-changing-stories-tell-yourself/ 

Shadow work. What is it? How do you do it? Is it worthwhile? All these questions and more are answered in this week's episode of Positively Stressless. Tune in to learn more about how shadow work can improve your mental health and wellbeing. As with every week, be sure to listen to the whole episode for positive affirmations and a short anecdote on why it is important to be open-minded.ResourcesScott Jeffrey @ CEO SAGE - https://scottjeffrey.com/shadow-work/Maitri virtue - https://www.doyou.com/maitri-practices-for-developing-loving-kindness-for-oneself/ Book 1 - https://www.amazon.ca/dp/0062507540/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=gs2&linkId=c8d974e072c87b6677e34a1363bae3c8&creativeASIN=0062507540&tag=ceosage03-20&creative=9325&camp=1789Book 2 - https://www.amazon.ca/dp/0062548476?ie=UTF8&linkCode=gs2&creativeASIN=0062548476&tag=ceosage03-20&camp=1789More Shadow work information - https://lonerwolf.com/shadow-work-demons/Shadow Test - https://lonerwolf.com/shadow-self-test/Short anecdotal stories - https://www.outofstress.com/self-realization-short-stories/ 

Let's discuss personal flaws. This episode of Positively Stressless equips you with tools to start on a journey of personal growth. I break down a few techniques you can use to better understand yourself and talk about ways you can begin to improve on your shortcomings. As always, stay tuned to the end to hear a short story about flaws and some positive affirmations. You can find the printable self-assessment questionnaire that I talked about here http://www.commonsenseethics.com/uploads/8/9/3/3/8933289/knowing_yourself_better_questionnaire.pdfResourceshttps://www.commonsenseethics.com/blog/5-insightful-ways-to-identify-and-change-your-character-flawshttps://www.quora.com/Where-do-flaws-come-fromhttps://tinybuddha.com/blog/5-things-to-remember-when-you-feel-ashamed-of-your-flaws/ https://www.quora.com/What-is-a-flaw-that-you-have-that-actually-helps-you-in-life https://writershelpingwriters.net/2013/11/the-four-types-of-character-flaws/

This week I try to understand the science, if any, that supports the cliche "Fake it til you make it". I also talk about the best way to use this principle in your life. Be sure to listen all the way through for affirmations and anecdotes!Resourceshttps://www.forbes.com/sites/susanobrien/2019/02/21/the-only-time-its-ok-to-fake-it-till-you-make-it/?sh=265bc14e4f60https://cognitiontoday.com/the-scientific-truth-behind-fake-it-till-you-make-it/https://www.changemylifecoaching.ca/2020/01/21/dont-fake-it-till-you-make/

This week I am talking about stress and the impact it has on your mood. I also share a few different methods that you can use to lower your overall stress levels. Be sure to listen to the whole episode to hear some positive affirmations and a great anecdote that shows us how important it is to put down our worries from time to time.Resourceshttps://www.webmd.com/balance/stress-management/stress-symptoms-effects_of-stress-on-the-body https://selecthealth.org/blog/2019/05/changing-your-attitude-may-lower-your-stress-level https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/stress/ https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/stress-symptoms/art-20050987https://www.verywellmind.com/stress-and-health-3145086https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/a-to-z/s/stress 

This week I am discussing 4 ways you can improve your mood, attitude, and outlook. I also briefly give my thoughts on the idea of "positive vibes only". Be sure to listen to the whole episode to hear some positive affirmations and a great anecdote that shows us why it is important to be grateful for everything we have.Resourceshttp://www.uky.edu/~dlowe2/documents/252Emotions.ppthttps://www.coaching-online.org/how-can-doing-something-for-someone-else-help-to-relieve-stress/https://www.sharp.com/health-news/5-ways-being-outdoors-can-make-you-healthier-and-happier.cfmhttps://www.nationwidechildrens.org/family-resources-education/700childrens/2020/05/gratitudehttps://www.sclhealth.org/blog/2019/06/the-real-health-benefits-of-smiling-and-laughing/

In this episode, I discuss how a positive attitude impacts your brain.  I dive into a little bit of the underlying science and share some interesting facts about mentality. As with every week, I also spend time sharing some positive affirmations and anecdotes for you. Don't miss this information-packed episode, and be sure to come back next week to learn some ways you can increase your positive thinking.Resourceshttps://www.webmd.com/brain/picture-of-the-brain https://books.google.ca/books?hl=en&lr=&id=QRfDmLrp1_YC&oi=fnd&pg=PA235&dq=positive+thinking+and+neuroscience&ots=0YmvkFVmrn&sig=og4G6g4ZtqRTCV8I2nEj5cfuCUA#v=onepage&q=positive%20thinking%20and%20neuroscience&f=falsehttps://www.liveandlearnconsultancy.co.uk/benefits-of-positive-thinking/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/prime-your-gray-cells/201108/happy-brain-happy-life https://books.google.ca/books?hl=en&lr=&id=qktcCAAAQBAJ&oi=fnd&pg=PT7&dq=neuroscience+of+positive+thinking&ots=IVmOTXnjuR&sig=z5sB9tSP-4lYXgwZ7aq9usmoD1c#v=onepage&q=neuroscience%20of%20positive%20thinking&f=false 

In the first episode of Positively Stressless, I discuss the general idea of positivity and how it can majorly impact your life, physical and mental health, and happiness.  I share with you what I am thankful for and go over my positive affirmations for the day. I also share a fun anecdote at the end so be sure to listen all the way through.Resources:https://www.business2community.com/workplace-culture/does-a-positive-attitude-actually-make-you-more-productive-02304398https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-mindful-self-express/201612/do-relationships-make-us-healthier-and-happierhttps://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/positive-thinking/art-20043950