Psychologist Martin Seligman, one of the pioneers of “positive psychology” has conducted a number of researches that show how this type of therapy can help people be more content with their lives. Here are the basic seven rules we can all easily stick to.
The Mirror Rule
Every person in your life is your mirror which reflects your own personality and character traits, both positive and negative ones. What you see in people around you is actually what’s inside of you.
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The Power of Choice
Personal choices are the most important factor in the life you’re living today. You had to choose the friends to spend time with, activities to fill your free time with, and beliefs according to which you’re living the life. All that makes your life exactly what it is and you have the power to change it with different choices.
The Power of Mistakes
Realize that nobody, including yourself, is perfect. We all make mistakes and there’s no proven formula for living the life “the right way”.
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The Rule of Relevance
Prioritizing your goals is crucial if you want your life to change for the better. When you’re aware of the things you’re focusing your time and energy on, it’s easier to change them.
The Dependence Effect
Giving to others and expecting the same in return will only lead to misery. Nobody owes you anything, no matter if you have helped them in the past or not. Also, you don’t owe anybody anything. It’s good to help others, but only within your means.
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The Rule of Presence
The past and the future are in your head. The only thing that matters is the present, so make sure you’re living in it fully.
The Power of Optimism
There are both good and bad sides of life, and the secret to happiness is sometimes as simple as focusing on the positive. People who want to complain will always find something to complain about, but the happy, productive life begins when you start noticing what’s good around you.
