Creating positive emotions is within our reach.We don’t have to wait for them to occur organically. Research shows that we can generate positive emotions.&nbsp; Like any other skill, all it takes is practice. Being consistent is key.In today’s article, I will focus on the importance of our perception, some Positive Psychology Essentials and a simple Positive Psychology intervention to increase positive emotions at work.&nbsp;<h3 id="17496171-1ea8-4a45-af8e-aa147e14b9e3" data-toc-id="17496171-1ea8-4a45-af8e-aa147e14b9e3">Focusing on the things we don’t like.&nbsp;</h3>I am aware that our work pace can be intense on occasion.&nbsp;Unexpected requests could fall into our laps with no notice. We might be dealing with a challenging customer, or the list of orders to process might feel never-ending.Focusing on the things we don’t like or what could go wrong keeps us stuck in the problem mentality. The more we focus on the problem, the bigger it appears to be. The bigger it appears to be, the more we think about it. The more we think about it, the more mental space the problem will take.&nbsp;This negative vicious circle adds more fuel to the fire and can make us feel exhausted.<img src="https://f.ezycourse.net/1428/cm34v367i001uqg8za9dbb0lz.png" alt="image" style="width: 389px; height: auto; cursor: pointer;" draggable="true"><h3 style="text-align: justify" id="efe10ec9-244f-4b91-9dc5-d03d3f0d1b54" data-toc-id="efe10ec9-244f-4b91-9dc5-d03d3f0d1b54">What do you and a camera have in common?</h3>Imagine for a moment that you are a camera.&nbsp;When we worry too much, we zoom in millimetres away from the problem. This magnifying glass looks at our concerns in an unforgiving and unflattering light. It makes our worries look much bigger than they are.&nbsp;This ability will be useful to take macro shots, but do we always need to be so close to the problem? The issue with this view is that it makes us overlook everything else that is going on.&nbsp;Just like a camera, you have the power to choose where to place your attention. This is one of your greatest super abilities. <h3 style="text-align: justify" id="41990933-0d93-49cb-9744-2467bb78b255" data-toc-id="41990933-0d93-49cb-9744-2467bb78b255">What lies behind you</h3>I am aware that I am about to ask you something that might sound quite random, but please bear with me.&nbsp;Where are you reading this post? &nbsp;At the moment, you are focusing on reading these pages. However, there is a lot more going on around you. I am wondering what is behind your back. Can you see it from where you are? Does the fact that you can’t see it mean that it doesn't exist?Our worry makes us focus predominantly on the things that are not working. Does that mean that nothing else works?&nbsp;<h3 style="text-align: justify" id="4546b365-ea9d-4618-906b-800be3a10603" data-toc-id="4546b365-ea9d-4618-906b-800be3a10603">No matter how difficult things get, there is always something working well.&nbsp;</h3>Sometimes, we might not see it, but that is okay. Maybe we need to turn around a little to see it (you won’t be able to see what’s on your back from where you stand). Other times, it will be right in front of our faces.<img src="https://f.ezycourse.net/1428/cm34v6gpb0041fk9ngyqxaypi.png" alt="image" style="width: 377px; height: auto; cursor: pointer;" draggable="true"><h3 style="text-align: justify" id="8c2011d0-06fc-43eb-9ad5-a7593997d09c" data-toc-id="8c2011d0-06fc-43eb-9ad5-a7593997d09c">Positive Psychology Essentials&nbsp;</h3>In this post, I present a simple yet effective Positive Psychology intervention that will help you increase your positive feelings.&nbsp;This practice helps us zoom out of the problem (stop obsessing about the negatives) and zoom in on the positive (what is working well).Before presenting this exercise, I wanted to review some relevant concepts about Positive Psychology.<ol><li style="color: rgb(14, 16, 26)">Our thoughts and emotions are intertwined. What we think affects the way we feel and what we do.&nbsp;</li><li style="color: rgb(14, 16, 26)">Re-shifting our focus is possible. I know this can be challenging, but that is okay. We are here to support each other. We can choose where to place our lens. Zooming in really close will be super helpful on some occasions, but it can’t be our only tactic. Otherwise, we will miss a great deal of info.</li><li style="color: rgb(14, 16, 26)">The fact that we are focusing on the positive aspects does not mean we have to ignore our negative feelings. Many people cringe when they hear about positivity. And to be honest, I see where they are coming from. It is not about denying reality and living ignorantly on cloud nine. Sometimes, we might feel angry, and that is alright. It is important to honour our feelings. But allowing ourselves to experience them does not mean we need to dwell on them.&nbsp;</li><li style="color: rgb(14, 16, 26)">It is about focusing on:</li></ol><ul><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0)">What works well instead of what it doesn’t.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0)">Our strengths rather than our weaknesses.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0)">What we can do rather than what we can’t.</li></ul>Simple Positive Psychology intervention<ul><li style="color: rgb(14, 16, 26)">You will need a pen and a notebook.</li><li style="color: rgb(14, 16, 26)">Spend 5 - 10 minutes in the evening answering these two questions <ul><li style="color: rgb(14, 16, 26)">What went well at work today?</li><li style="color: rgb(14, 16, 26)">What role did you play in it?</li></ul></li><li style="color: rgb(14, 16, 26)">Write down the answers.</li><li style="color: rgb(14, 16, 26)">Read them as often as possible</li></ul>

Simple ways to improve positive emotions at work based on Positive Psychology. 

Increasing Positive Emotions At Work

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Increasing Positive Emotions At Work

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