The intensity of the negative emotions is directly correlated to the amount of thinking we have going on in the present.The less thinking we have, the more space we create for positive emotions to naturally surfa
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Negative thinking can narrow our thinking and prevent us from moving forward. Positive encouragement can open our minds to alternatives. It fosters creative thinking and opens us up to take on risks.
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Savor the good
Noticing and savoring the pleasant moments and thinking, "Wow, this is really great "can strengthen positive emotions.
In general, we tend to dwell on the negative side and not notice the positive things we experience.
Backwards Law
The backwards law reveals how direct pursuit of emotional states backfires. This counterintuitive principle shows:
- Pursuing happiness directly often creates dissatisfaction
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