Positive emotion, in general, is one of the greatest predictors of High Producers (as well as a predictor of a good life). People with more positive emotion have more satisfying marriages, make more money, and have better health. When positive emotion is present, students do better on tests, managers make better decisions, and are more effective with their teams. Neuroscientists have even found that positive emotions prompt new cell growth.
Needless to say, positive emotion is a prerequisite to high performance. And only you are in charge of your emotional experience. You choose your feelings and the more you do that the more you rewire how you experience emotions. You’re in charge of how you feel. That’s perhaps one of the greatest human gifts.
Starting tomorrow, before you start your day, ask yourself the following questions to prime your mind for a positive day:
- What can I be excited about today?
- What or who might trip me up or cause stress, and how can I respond in a positive way?
- Who can I surprise today with a thank you, a gift, or a moment of appreciation?
Make it a JOYFUL week…
Living Life by Design 
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