Positive thinking and positive visualization are practical, evidence-aware tools for improving emotional regulation, motivation, and performance. This article defines each practice, explains how they work together in the brain and behavior, summarizes research support, and offers real-world examples and resources to help you apply them responsibly.
Positive affirmations are often the target of ridicule. Gen-Xers and Baby Boomers may remember a particular regular segment on Saturday Night Live that featured a character named Stuart. Stuart attempted to convince himself of his worthiness by chanting positive statements into the mirror. A whole collection of “catch phrases” came out of that series. One […]