An attitude of gratitude came up earlier on in this list of tips. Developing a grateful attitude is helpful for staying calm. Think something positive right now. You might struggle to find something that went well in your day. But even one positive thing is good enough.

Now focus your mind on this positive event. How did it make you feel? By concentrating on that positive feeling, you feel positive once more. Avoiding the negative and focusing on the positive often doesn’t happen by itself. You need to make a conscious effort to think positively.

Don’t let that wandering mind of yours think up something else to worry about. Instead, think about that positive image or event. Remember that holiday you went on? Did it make you feel good? Bring back that feeling by reliving good feelings. Focus on the positive.

Instead of looking at the past, you might like to focus on future events sometimes. Maybe you’re looking forward to going to the movies or taking a few days off from work. What about that parcel you’ve been waiting for ages? These are all positive things to think about. Thinking about something positive that will happen in the future will calm you.

They can also turn your attention away from negative thoughts. When you are thinking negatively, chances are you feel bad in body and mind. Try to notice how you are thinking. Are you thinking negatively and feeling stressed, or are you thinking about positive things?

When you find yourself thinking about all that’s negative in your life, remember to be kind to yourself. Without blaming yourself, gently turn your attention to a positive thought. With lots of practice, thinking positively will become automatic.