The Pollyanna Theory As far back as 1915, authors like Eleanor H. Porter were trying to instill a positive outlook into children through good literature. Her character Pollyanna in the book by the same title has actually become a popular term in the English language for someone with an optimistic outlook. Can you imagine writing something so profound, that one of your characters actually becomes a part of our language? I share about the Pollyanna Theory because I am an avid writer about sending a positive message and having a hopeful spin to share. I think that’s why I watch Diane Sawyer every night. Her newscast seems to highlight the best in the news, as well as the high points in the tragedies. But even then, she is always looking for the hero or heroine. You have to admire news and reporters who are avid users of the Pollyanna Theory. I would much rather be uplifted, then burdened by the constant barrage of negativity in the news. This leads me to my point today. How do we wake up every day with a positive outlook and an uplifting spirit to share? This can be a difficult challenge for most people, as the first thing we often face is chores, deadlines, and negativity. But let’s use the Pollyanna theory to make change in our outlook today. I had an interesting challenge a couple days ago I’d like to share. I had a friend—let’s call her Sharon—who had a hard day. She came to me with some disparaging news and a heartfelt complaint about how I had been dealing with a certain aspect of our relationship. As always, the first thing that flares up is our ego. We were both in the defensive mode. But, I decided to sit back and listen and observe. A minister friend’s theory passed through my mind: “When a person feels comfortable enough to share a burdensome issue with you, it is a compliment, not a protest.” I kept that in mind as I listened with more compassion. I suggested, when she was finished, that we say a prayer and ask God to guide us and help us figure out the next step in our relationship. As we prayed, I felt the walls and barriers come crashing down…. Read the rest of this blog and many more in the Table of Content as you make your way to my website below. Please click on the “Finding Authentic You” tab. Also, there is a website store with hypnosis and meditation music and mp3 downloads for very inexpensive. My goal is to help, not to overcharge. Have a great day! Bo Sebastian is a Hypnotherapist and Life & Health Coach, available for private sessions to QUIT SMOKING, Lose Weight, New Lap-Band Hypnosis for Weight Loss, CHANGE YOUR MIND, CHANGE YOUR LIFE! at 615-400-2334 or bosebastian.
Posted on: Fri, 14 Jun 2013 16:23:07 +0000
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