We all go through tough times in life, but one of the most important things to do when things aren’t going your way is to have faith in yourself. In the long run, keeping a positive attitude will help you to overcome any challenges that come your way, allowing you to make the most of your life each day.
So keep reading as we share some of our top tips for keeping faith in yourself during the most trying days. By applying these steps to your life, you’ll find that you have a positive mental outlook and can turn around even the worst days.
The Road to Character
by David Brooks
⏱ 14 minutes reading time
🎧 Audio version available
Remember That Everything Shall Pass
When you focus so much on the current difficulties you are facing, you often lose sight of the fact that today is just one bad day. Even during the darkest of times, remind yourself that this too shall pass. By focusing on the future and the better days ahead, you can work to overcome any challenge in your life and look forward to a more positive future. If you are struggling to see past the current phase you are stuck in, we recommend trying to find something positive to look forward to over the upcoming week. By booking a nice dinner or planning a fun day out, you can remind yourself that there is good in even the worst times.
Surround Yourself with Positive People
The people we spend the majority of our time with have a huge impact on how we feel about ourselves. If you are finding that you are struggling to think positively, think about who you’ve been spending the most time with recently. You may realize that you need to find friends and family members who are more supportive at the current period of time, as opposed to those who are just looking to drag you down even more. While some people may have the best of intentions, it doesn’t mean that they are going to look out for you during these difficult times in your life. If it means you have to distance yourself from certain people for a little while, this can often be the best decision you could make for yourself during a difficult period in your life.
Remember Your Strengths
During a tough time at work, it’s important not to only focus on the things that you are struggling with. Instead, remember all the areas of your job that you are good at, rather than tough times. Put more of your energy into your strengths for the time being. We all have strengths and weaknesses, and by being realistic about what you can and can’t do, you’ll find that you have more control over your life and how you react in different situations. Take some time to reflect on what you are struggling with at the moment, and then create a plan to help overcome these issues. Don’t be afraid to reach out for help when you need it. While some people may feel this is a sign of weakness, you’ll find that you can learn so much from others if only you are willing to be open to this.
Create a Plan of Action
When things aren’t going your way, it can be easy to give up all hope and think there won’t be better days ahead. If there’s one thing, in particular, you are struggling with in your life, make a plan about how you can improve or overcome this issue. Take some time to create a plan where you break down how you’ll overcome this troubling time. Don’t overwhelm yourself or expect things to change overnight, as this is when you’ll become more stressed or anxious. Just try to take baby steps towards your overall goals, and in no time at all, you’ll find that life is so much easier.
Take Some Time Out for Yourself
If your current troubles involve other people or you feel you are putting too much pressure on yourself, take a step back. Take time for yourself and enjoy a break. This doesn’t mean you have to head off on vacation, but it could be as simple as having an hour or two of peace and quiet to rest and relax. So many of us have the tendency to push through difficult times by keeping busy, but this often backfires and results in us feeling burnt out. So instead, know when you are reaching your limits and make sure you give yourself a break.
Find Inspiration from Others Who’ve Overcome Challenges
There are so many inspiring stories of people who’ve overcome difficulties in their life. Take the time to read biographies or watch documentaries about other people who’ve become their best selves after facing the most difficult times imaginable. When we start to learn about other people’s problems, it helps to put our own into perspective. It also offers us the perfect escape from the reality we are currently facing. You may find that some of these inspiring people’s stories are very similar to yours, and you’ll find new solutions to the issues you are having in your own life. Remember, you aren’t alone or the only person to ever have the issue you are experiencing, so take inspiration from others to find the strength to go on each day.
By following these top tips we’ve shared above, you’ll be able to find new ways to have faith in yourself when things aren’t going your way. We recommend taking the time to have a break and reset your mind and body during difficult times, as you’ll then find you can overcome any challenges that come your way. We all go through tough times in our lives, but know that there are always better days ahead no matter what you are facing right now. By putting one foot forward each day towards a brighter future, you’ll see that life continues to get better, and you’ll soon be in a better place once again.
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