The Power of Positive Thinking

We often think that being healthy is only about physical health, but naturopathic medicine recognizes that mental and emotional health plays a huge role in how you feel physically.  Today’s health tip is about the power of positive thinking.  The concept is simple, but proven to be true: when you are able to see your life in a more positive light, you feel better physically: for example pain can decrease and sleep can improve.

Unfortunately, when life presents us with challenges, it can be hard to think positively. One thing that helps is to keep a gratitude journal.  At the end of your day, write down 3 things that you are thankful for. Do this every night for an entire month. When you actively try to find things to be grateful for, you will stop focusing on the negative things in your life, and be able to see the positive things. This will leave you with a more positive outlook on life which can lead to decreased stress hormones, causing you to feel better mentally, emotionally and physically.

As the well-known motivational speaker Anthony Robbins says “Change your expectation into appreciation and everything changes.”