Can positive thinking help?

Question

Do you belive that positive thinking can help mild depression? im trying to start saying positive quotes to myself now to clear my head....i feel a little down and worry to much i think i could have mild depression and dont want ot go to a doctor or a counceller....do you think it can help? i feel so negaitive and worried i feel my nerves getting bad :-(

Answer 1

Positive thinking is a mental attitude that admits into the mind thoughts, words and images that are conductive to growth, expansion and success. It is a mental attitude that expects good and favorable results. A positive mind anticipates happiness, joy, health and a successful outcome of every situation and action. Whatever the mind expects, it finds.

In order to turn the mind toward the positive, inner work and training are required. Attitude and thoughts do not change overnight.

Read about this subject, think about its benefits and persuade yourself to try it. The power of thoughts is a mighty power that is always shaping our life. This shaping is usually done subconsciously, but it is possible to make the process a conscious one. Even if the idea seems strange give it a try, as you have nothing to lose, but only to gain. Ignore what others might say or think about you, if they discover that you are changing the way you think.

Always visualize only favorable and beneficial situations. Use positive words in your inner dialogues or when talking with others. Smile a little more, as this helps to think positively. Disregard any feelings of laziness or a desire to quit. If you persevere, you will transform the way your mind thinks.

Once a negative thought enters your mind, you have to be aware of it and endeavor to replace it with a constructive one. The negative thought will try again to enter your mind, and then you have to replace it again with a positive one. It is as if there are two pictures in front of you, and you choose to look at one of them and disregard the other. Persistence will eventually teach your mind to think positively and ignore negative thoughts.

In case you feel any inner resistance when replacing negative thoughts with positive ones, do not give up, but keep looking only at the beneficial, good and happy thoughts in your mind.

It does not matter what your circumstances are at the present moment. Think positively, expect only favorable results and situations, and circumstances will change accordingly. It may take some time for the changes to take place, but eventually they do.

Another method to employ is the repetition of affirmations. It is a method which resembles creative visualization, and which can be used in conjunction with it. It is the subject of another article on this website.

The other articles at this website, about the power of concentration, will power, self-discipline and peace of mind also contribute to the development of a positive mind, and are recommended for reading and practicing.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Posotive thinking is a good thing, but i think you should go to the doctor anyway. Depression is a chemical inbalance in the brain, and the doc will give you something mild, just to help you through your bad patch.......without treatment, the condition can get worse. I have anxiety, and nervousness, and it went on to develope in to panic attacks, which are horrendous, and i am now on medication. Go to the doctors hun, even if just for a chat about how you are feeling. Good luck!

Answer 4

anything on the positive side helps for certain,keep moving around ,hope for better ,activity ,positive thoughts is all in your favour ,try some counseilling also can give u an insight ,and join a supporting group when u hear others helps u feel more better about yourself ,best wishes

Answer 5

Ya, positive thinking helps me not feel so depressed when that starts to get a hold of me, but so does a good cry.

Answer 6

Honey, I can explain it all to you but it would take way too long and I may not put it in the right form of words so here I'll put some articles up. They're like step to step articles that I've read when I was depressed before and I found them to be very helpful. Also remember to drink a lot of water! :) I swear it can make you happier too lol. ;)

http://www.wikihow.com/Be-Happy
http://www.wikihow.com/Be-Confident
http://www.wikihow.com/Socialize%2C-Be-Funny-and-Make-Friends
http://www.wikihow.com/Feel-Beautiful
http://www.wikihow.com/Look-Pretty
http://www.wikihow.com/Develop-Self-Esteem

Answer 7

It is hard to even think of that a book can help people to alter their destinies however } countless males and females, individuals that they have benefitted in a big

Answer 8

Positive thinking can help, but it would be wise to talk with a professional about what's getting you down.

Answer 9

yes positive thinking & quotes most definately will help,but if there is a chemical imbalance you may need something a little extra,you could try herbal remedies for this also,blackmores,natures own,bache flower remedies,etc.

Answer 10

Anything that puts you in a good mood will help.