Clutter can have a major impact on our lives, and not just in the physical sense. Our mental clutter can be just as overwhelming, causing stress, anxiety, and a lack of focus. That's why decluttering your mindset is important and the focus of our first episode of Mindset Mondays.

Negative thoughts and self-talk can majorly impact our mindset and attitude and can hold us back from achieving our goals and living our best lives. But we can create a more positive and productive mindset by acknowledging, challenging, and replacing them with positive thoughts.

A study by the University of Pennsylvania found that positive self-talk can improve performance under stress and increase confidence and well-being. And a study by the American Journal of Public Health found that positive emotions can improve physical health and longevity.

So take time to declutter your mindset, let go of negative thoughts, and create a clear, focused mindset for success. Here are some tips to get you started:

• Raise your awareness of your self-talk and identify any negative thoughts holding you back. Write them down and challenge them with positive affirmations or quotes.

• Practice self-care and do things that bring you joy and fulfillment. Make time for yourself and your well-being.

• Reach out to a trusted friend or mentor for support and guidance. Sometimes, talking through our negative thoughts and feelings can help us gain a new perspective and move forward with a positive mindset.

By letting go of negative thoughts and replacing them with positivity, we can achieve a more positive and productive mindset and live our best lives. Remember to be consistent, patient, and kind to yourself as you work to cultivate a more positive mindset.

Reference 

• The University of Pennsylvania. (2019, May 14). Penn Researchers Find That Positive Self-Talk Can Improve Performance Under Stress. Penn Today. https://penntoday.upenn.edu/news/penn-researchers-find-positive-self-talk-can-improve-performance-under-stress

• Pressman, S. D., Cohen, S., & Mittal, M. (2019). Positive emotion word use and longevity in famous deceased psychologists. The American Journal of Psychology, 132(1), 104–110. https://doi.org/10.1037/amp0000370