The Power of Perspective

Do you believe that ‘#hope’ is a matter of perspective? The idea that ‘the glass is either half-full or half-empty’ depends on how you look at it or even where you stand?

So, I wondered, can my perspective really change how I experience life? Is there a science to it, a logical explanation, or some sort of pattern of behaviour that makes it possible to alter the way my context shapes my emotions, attitude and reality?

As I am obviously not a scientist check my profile 😊 I will say I think I found the next best thing -

Let’s examine these 2 statements:

If someone says to me ‘don't fail’ – automatically, my attention shifts to understanding the indicators of failure, watching for signs of failure and working to overcome those signs.

However, if someone says ‘be successful’ – my goal becomes understanding the key indicators of success, watching for signs of success, and nurturing the actions/habits that make me successful.

Hmmmm… same goal, different perspectives.

The ability to focus on achieving a positive goal, rather than avoiding a negative habit is a sustainable way to maintain a positive perspective, keep HOPE alive and stay motivated.

Let’s conduct an experiment:

This week, I will apply this principle by saying 'I'll complete my tasks' instead of 'I will not drop the ball' *Fingers crossed*.

Which aspect of your life will you apply this principle?

Let me know in the comments and we can compare notes about how it’s going.

Yours Hopefully,

Lenny Akindo