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Something else is bothering you?
Positively reframe your circumstances
Problem
In our everyday lives, things don’t always go as planned or as we’d like.
Why it is bad
Sometimes, we may tend to complain when things don’t go our way. Focusing on the negatives of a situation can put us in a bad mood.
Solution
The next time things don’t go your way, avoid complaining. Instead, try to reframe the situation in a positive light. For example, say your friend canceled plans with you at the last minute. You might immediately think, “Oh great, now I have to stay home alone and be bored.” Reframing this in a positive light could look like, “Well, this is not ideal, but I can use this time to read that book I haven’t got around to reading yet.”
Benefits
Focusing on the negatives of a situation that we can’t control can make us unhappy and put us in a bad mood. Looking for the silver lining can change our perspective, helping us feel better.