By Chris Haigh — 2014
Here are twelve of Maya Angelou’s most famous quotations and the inspirational life lessons that come from them.
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There is no longer any doubt that what happens in the brain influences what happens in the body. When facing a health crisis, actively cultivating positive emotions can boost the immune system and counter depression.
Most genetic studies completely ignore the science of epigenetics, which is how the environment actually turns certain genes on or off.
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When something bad happens, venting can actually make you feel worse--for days.
Daily affirmations are simple, positive statements declaring specific goals in their completed states. Although they sound rather basic at that level, these empowering mantras have profound effects on the conscious and unconscious mind.
Self-help books often promote the power of positive affirmations. You, me, and almost everybody in the 21st century have heard of them. But if you’ve never tried them before, the idea can seem incredibly awkward.
So what is negative self-talk exactly? Basically, trash-talking yourself. It’s always good to consider the ways that we need to improve. But there’s a difference between self-reflection and negative self-talk.
Positive thinking helps with stress management and can even improve your health. Practice overcoming negative self-talk with examples provided.
It really is possible to change your mindset.
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Nonphysical things—including thoughts, whether positive or negative thoughts are also made up of energy and, can also “bond” and interact with aspects and objects of our physical world.
Jay Shetty’s new book, ‘Think Like a Monk,’ brings ancient wisdom to the modern world.