Positive Thinking Day - what to remind children of?

"This can't possibly work," "I'm always unlucky," "I can't do this"—do you ever have these thoughts? It's time to put them aside once and for all and start looking at the world through rose-tinted glasses! Why should you try to see the world around you in a more positive light? Primarily because how you think influences how your child thinks and perceives the world.

When is Positive Thinking Day?

Positive Thinking Day is celebrated on February 2nd. It was initiated by American psychologist Kirsten Harrell, who professionally studies the impact of positive thinking on health and healing. Harrell concluded that optimists are not only less susceptible to things like heart disease and depression, but also generally lead healthier lifestyles than pessimists. Furthermore, our attitudes are something we learn throughout our lives and influence every day—even if unconsciously. Therefore, it's important to instill positive role models and a positive attitude toward ourselves and our surroundings from a young age. This way, you'll strengthen your children's self-confidence and invaluable self-esteem.

Positive Thinking Day – why is it needed?

Positive thinking is incredibly important in everyday life. Above all, it helps you navigate the challenges and difficulties you encounter. Optimists typically demonstrate a strong belief in themselves and their abilities, making their lives—compared to pessimists—seem easier and more enjoyable.

A positive, optimistic attitude also has a positive impact on productivity. Instead of looking for problems and obstacles on the way to achieving goals, optimists are driven by success and focus on completing tasks, treating them as challenges rather than as overwhelming necessities.

Optimists are often also smiling people who quickly gain the sympathy of those around them, live life to the fullest, and spread their positive thinking to everyone around them. What's more, people who celebrate Positive Thinking Day daily cope better with stress and don't give up in difficult situations. So start thinking positively and instill an element of optimism in your child too!

Positive Thinking Day – a family celebration

How to celebrate Positive Thinking Day with your child?

• Remember to smile

Above all, start with a smile . Without it, you won't raise a true optimist. Remember to look for opportunities to laugh every day. Do it upon waking, while playing, while eating together, or in the evening bath.

• Blouses and T-shirts with funny slogans

Your well-being will also be improved by, for example, blouses and T-shirts with humorous slogans that will accompany you throughout the day, reminding you that it is worth looking at the world and looking for the positive in it,

The more often a child sees funny slogans, graphics, and motivational quotes, the better they will remember and implement them.

• Don't complain

Want to inject more positive emotions into your life and the belief that you'll achieve everything you've planned? Stop complaining ! Some people complain dozens of times a day, infecting others with pessimism and hopelessness. Is it raining? Don't complain – it'll be even more pleasant and enjoyable to spend time at home with family, perhaps playing board games. This way, teach your child to see the positive in everyday, mundane situations.

• Enjoy the moment

Teach your child to appreciate every moment spent together and see something special and good in it. Look for the positives where others don't. On a walk (just look at how beautiful the park and the sunset are) or at breakfast (it's a great opportunity to tell funny stories) – moments are fleeting, but at the same time beautiful and special, especially when shared with loved ones.

• No, no, no!

"Don't touch that," "don't do that," "you can't"—these words often escape your lips? It's time to change that and replace negative messages with positive ones. Replace "Don't disturb" with: "Honey, I have to finish work and we'll play in half an hour," and replace "Don't touch that" with a short: "If you touch that, you'll burn yourself and your finger will hurt." The same messages presented differently can sound better and much more positive than those preceded by a short, categorical "NO."

• Motivate

Motivate your child every day, not just on Positive Thinking Day. Boost their self-confidence and self-belief. "I believe in you!" "I know you can do it!" "Don't worry, it'll be better next time," or "you were brave and you really deserved it" are words that are incredibly important to your little one. Don't let them talk badly about themselves, and when you hear "I'm the worst," "it's my fault," or "I ruined everything," react immediately and remind them that no one in the world is perfect at everything they do. Imperfections are normal, and everyone has them.