Thursday, October 1, 2020

Optimistic October

This Optimistic October Calendar is from the people at Action for Happiness, who say:
"Life is far from perfect, but there are lots of reasons for optimism.  Setting positive goals for the future gives our lives a sense of direction and purpose.  And although we face many challenges there are also lots of reasons to stay hopeful.  By consciously choosing our priorities we can overcome issues, make progress and focus on what really matters."
October 1
~ Write down your most important goals for this month.
October 2
~ Look for reasons to be hopeful even in difficult times.
October 3
~ Take the first step towards a goal that really matters to you.
October 4
~ Be a realistic optimist.  See life as it is, but focus on what's good.
October 5
~ Start your day with the most important thing on your list.
October 6
~ Do something constructive to improve a difficult situation.
October 7
~ Remember that things can change for the better.
October 8
~ Make progress on a project or task you have been avoiding.
October 9
~ Avoid blaming yourself or others.  Just find the best way forward.
October 10
~ Take time to reflect on what you have achieved this week.
October 11
~ Focus on a positive change that you want to see in society.
October 12
~ Look for the good intentions in people around you today.
October 13
~ Put down your To-Do list and let yourself be spontaneous.
October 14
~ Do something to overcome an obstacle you are facing.
October 15
~ Look out for positive news and reasons to be cheerful today.
October 16
~ Thank yourself for achieving the things you often take for granted.
October 17
~ Share your most important goals with people you trust.
October 18
~ Make a list of things that you are looking forward to.
October 19
~ Set hopeful but realistic goals for the week ahead.
October 20
~ Find the joy in completing a task you've put off for some time.
October 21
~ Let go of the expectations of others and focus on what matters.
October 22
~ Share an inspiring idea with a loved one or colleague.
October 23
~ Write down three specific things that have gone well recently.
October 24
~ Recognize that you have a choice about what to prioritize.
October 25
~ Plan a fun or exciting activity to look forward to.
October 26
~ Start the week by writing down your top priorities and plans.
October 27
~ Be kind to yourself today.  Remember, progress takes time.
October 28
~ Ask yourself, will this still matter a year from now?
October 29
~ Find a new perspective on a problem you face.
October 30
~ Set a goal that links to your sense of purpose in life.
October 31
~ Think of three things that give you hope for the future.