But you can mentally train yourself to change your outlook on life toward the more upbeat.

2. Train yourself to Be an Optimist
Some people seem to have
a sunny disposition,
while others always focus
on the darker side of things.

3. Are they just born that way?
Yes, to some degree,
says Jason Selk, mental coach
and author of Executive
Toughness.

4. But you can mentally train
yourself to change your outlook
on life toward the more upbeat.
You can train your pupils as
well.

5. Optimistic people are happier,
healthier,
more successful,
and have longer lives

6. Don't wait till you've finally
finished
the big project or made
the successful presentation.
Instead, recognize incremental
successes and accomplishments.
Simple training every day

7. Take a few seconds per day to ask,
'What have I done well today?'
This simple gesture reinforces
optimism on a daily basis.

8. The answers inevitably
add up to help you
develop self-confidence,
which is extremely
important for high-level
performance.