Visualizing previous and anticipated positive moments, places, and people can elevate our sense of optimism because our brain has a difficult time discerning between what is real and what is mentally visualized.
- Mental practice can be as effective as actual practice for athletes or musicians.
- The same is true when people interact with each other.
By visualizing a positive outcome, we encourage that result in our mind and thus contribute to an actual positive result.
Re-wire your brain
In “the Brain that changes itself,” at any age the brain is endlessly adaptable and dynamic having the capacity to actually rewire itself and form new neural pathways.
- repeating positive thoughts and activities
- reinforcing and strengthening those areas in the brain that stimulate positive feelings
- Even those with severe neurological illnesses have shown great improvement through applying the principles of rewiring with positive thoughts
craving and resource from “Out-Think” – How innovative leaders drive exceptional outcomes – by G Sean Hunter
