One of the simplest ways to relieve stress and feel better about ourselves is to change the way we think about things in our lives. Having a positive attitude allows a person to change their own lives because it shows that they have an understanding of their surroundings and feel confident enough to use them to their advantage. But if we hide behind negative thoughts and allow our environment to make us sad or depressed, we may never have the drive to reach for our goals and ambitions.

• Identify what is wrong as well as what is right.
• Recognize success stories instead of mistakes
  
• Recognize the effect of positive language
  
• Limit negative language and phrases
  
• Outline the Changing the Way You Think case study