Positive Psychology For Dummies

Negatively predicting the future

Ignoring the positive

Exaggerating and catastrophising

Common Thinking Errors

Happy and unhappy people tend to interpret situations differently

Interpreting for the best

Yes, there are many terrible things going on in the world and in our lives which can’t be dismissed. However, some people have a tendency to ignore the positive that is all around them

Happier people tend to look outward and as a result have the chance of seeing life’s blessings – or at least are busy being distracted by other things rather than spending time being down on themselves!

Similarly, seeing the negative in events stops you seeing the positive that may be there all along

Pay attention! Somehow it’s easy to overlook the good stuff and focus on the bad. Don’t!