20 Tips for a Positive New Year
January 5th, 2009 Posted in Newsletter1. Stay Positive. You can listen to the cynics and doubters and believe that success is impossible or you can know that with faith and an optimistic attitude all things are possible.
2. When you wake up in the morning complete the following statement: My purpose is_______________________.
3. Take a morning walk of gratitude. It will create a fertile mind ready for success.
4. Instead of being disappointed about where you are think optimistically about where you are going.
5. Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a college kid with a maxed out charge card.
6. Transform adversity into success by deciding that change is not your enemy but your friend. In the challenge discover the opportunity.
7. Make a difference in the lives of others.
8. Believe that everything happens for a reason and expect good things to come out of challenging experiences.
9. Don’t waste your precious energy on gossip, energy vampires, issues of the past, negative thoughts or things you cannot control. Instead invest your energy in the positive present moment.
10. Mentor someone and be mentored by someone.
11. Live with the 3 E’s. Energy, Enthusiasm, Empathy.
12. Remember there’s no substitute for hard work.
13. Zoom Focus. Each day when you wake up in the morning ask: “What are the three most important things I need to do today that will help me create the success I desire?” Then tune out all the distractions and focus on these actions.
14. Instead of complaining focus on solutions. It’s the key to innovation.
15. Read more books than you did in 2008.
16. Learn from mistakes and let them teach you to make positive changes.
17. Focus on “Get to” vs “Have to.” Each day focus on what you get to do, not what you have to do. Life is a gift not an obligation.
18. Each night before you go to bed complete the following statements:
I am thankful for __________.
Today I accomplished____________.
19. Smile and laugh more. They are natural anti-depressants.
20. Enjoy the ride. You only have one ride through life so make the most of it and enjoy it.
Sending Positive Energy Your Way,
-Jon | www.JonGordon.com
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10 Responses to “20 Tips for a Positive New Year”
By Sonja Atkins on Jan 5, 2009
I am on my way to making positive changes in my life. I found a church that is like attending a rock concert and I went last night for the first time. I have not attended church in a few years even though I am a very spiritual person. I am so happy that God found a good church home for me that fits my personality. I can’t wait to go again! I know I need His strength to achieve maximum success in 2009!
By Arlan Berglas on Jan 5, 2009
Jon,
I love the 20 tips! Jon, why don’t you turn your advice column into a Pass It Forward nonprofit program. For more information go to http://www.aunitedworld.org. To see how simple a program can be, take a look at some others http://www.aunitedworld.org/programs.asp
By Carrie Sperlunto on Jan 5, 2009
Jon, your 20 Tips are truly inspiring. What a great way to start and end the day. I love your organizational skills and appreciate having the 20 tips that are so easy to employ in one place for easy reference. I\’m going to post them on my website for my readers. We all need all the help we can get!
Thanks again,
Carrie
By Kathy on Jan 5, 2009
Thank you for your 20 positive tips. I have printed them out and posted them on my wall already. An an Herbalife Independent Distributor I am always looking to grow - myself and my business. I will be sharing this my teammates as well. Thank you!
By Victor on Jan 6, 2009
Happy New Year!
Thanks for the positive words. I printed mine out and will apply them into my life. Keep up the good work!
By Natatia on Jan 6, 2009
Happy New Year Jon!
Thank you for sharing the 20 tips for a positive year; they were truly inspirational tips. I will share them with my family and colleagues so that the positive energy continues to flow throughout 2009!!!
Many Blessings to you and your family!!
By Jennifer Benson on Jan 6, 2009
I live by 4E words: early bird, energy, endeavor and eater.
Jennifer
By Sofia on Jan 6, 2009
Excellent tips to start the new year. I’ve forwarded it to a lot of my friends and made a copy for myself.
Keep up the fantastic work, Jon!
By Donna Sperlunto on Jan 15, 2009
Thank you for your inspiring tips Jon. I am going to apply them into my life, not just for 2009, but always. I have them printed out to share with everyone I know. We can all use help in staying positive in these challenging times.