From the course: Being Positive at Work

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Create a positive environment

Create a positive environment

From the course: Being Positive at Work

Create a positive environment

- It's easier to feel happy when we're in a space that sparks those feelings. Like swaddling a baby in a comforting blanket, we can swaddle ourselves in comfort and joy. Sarah created a positive environment by changing her physical space. Each week for two months, she made one small adjustment that made her feel happier. She put a candle in her living room, and she purchased fresh flowers for her office. She decluttered her desk, and she subscribed to a music streaming service and created uplifting stations. She listens at the office and in her car for a near constant injection of good vibes. Sarah said changing her space lifted her mood. Her office mate had recently moved, and she still missed him every time she went into their office. The flowers gave her a reason to look forward to being in this space, rather than dreading it. Organizing made her feel more positive. I encourage you to declutter your desk at the…

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