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Barbara Fredrikson is the author of Positivity and her work has shownthat a reasonable aim is to have a ration of three “heartfelt” positiveexperiences to each negative experience. This formula requires positiveexperiences be authentic - just pasting a smile on your face or faking itdoes not meet the test of authenticity. The ratio of one negative experience to three positive experiences is atipping point and predicts whether people will flourish or languish. Research shows that each individual has a set point for positiveemotions. Some people more naturally gravitate to positivity whereasothers more naturally gravitate toward negativity. Because research finds that positivity is more beneficial, those with ageneral proclivity toward negativity may wonder if they are doomed tohaving a less happy and rewarding life. Fortunately, they can activelyincrease their positivity and reap the benefits generated by being moreauthentically positive. 

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1. “Find positive meaning in situations.” What is the blessing orgift in each situation and what can be learned from theexperience? 2. “Savor goodness.” When something pleasant happens enjoyit to its fullest. 3. “Count your blessings.” What good things can you begrateful for each day? 4. “Kindness counts.” What kind word or act can you offer in thesituation you are experiencing? 5. “Follow your passions.” Find out what makes you come aliveand do it. 6. “Dream about your future.” What do you want? If you were tocreate your best life, what would it be life? 7. “Apply your strengths.” Find out what your strengths are anduse them often. 8. “Connect with others.” No person is an island. We need eachother. Build relationships that support and nurture you. 9. “Connect with nature.” Take a walk. Watch a sunrise orsunset. Get your feet on the ground. Hug a tree. Splash in apuddle. Breath fresh air. Fly a kite. Let nature nurture you. 10. “Open your mind.” Have a beginner’s mind, one that is opento learning new things. Expand your thinking. Invite differentperspectives. 11. “Open your heart.” How can you be more inclusive? Whattouches your being? 

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