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BITESIZE | The Power of Positivity | Joe Wicks #267

May 5, 2022 13m 19s 8 insights
Consistency, self-belief and a positive mindset are so important when we are striving to reach our goals or make changes in our life.  Feel Better Live More Bitesize is my weekly podcast for your mind, body, and heart.  Each week I’ll be featuring inspirational stories and practical tips from some of my former guests. Today’s clip is from episode 149 of the podcast with the truly inspirational Joe Wicks. Joe has been inspiring wellbeing for nearly a decade, and, in this clip, he explains how he followed his passion against the odds and why optimism, compassion and healthy living are choices within everyone’s reach. Thanks to our sponsor http://www.athleticgreens.com/livemore Order Dr Chatterjee's new book Happy Mind, Happy Life: UK version: https://amzn.to/304opgJ US & Canada version: https://amzn.to/3DRxjgp Support the podcast and enjoy Ad-Free episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/3oAKmxi. For other podcast platforms go to https://fblm.supercast.com. Show notes and the full podcast are available at drchatterjee.com/149 Follow me on instagram.com/drchatterjee Follow me on facebook.com/DrChatterjee Follow me on twitter.com/drchatterjeeuk
Actionable Insights

1. Choose Your Response

Recognize the space between a stressor and your reaction, and consciously choose a positive response instead of a habitual negative one. This practice leads to a better and happier life by allowing you to react differently.

2. Train for Optimism

Actively train yourself to be positive and optimistic in every situation, as this is a learnable skill. Taking control of your reactions and seeing things positively improves life and happiness by not moaning about things.

3. Practice Gratitude Meditation

Try guided meditation, specifically focusing on gratitude, for at least 20 minutes. This can create mental space, foster positive thoughts, and lead to profound emotional insights and connections, helping you realize you can be grateful for everything.

4. Be Consistent, Don’t Give Up

When pursuing your craft or passion, maintain consistency and persevere through struggles and initial lack of support. Long-term success and impact are built on sustained effort and belief in yourself, as demonstrated by Joe Wicks’ journey.

5. Pursue Your True Passion

Identify and pursue what you are truly passionate about, rather than living a life dictated by external expectations or trying to live someone else’s life. This intrinsic drive will provide energy and fulfillment, regardless of the scale of your impact.

6. Prioritize Family Presence

Focus on building a strong family unit by being present, stable, and committed to your spouse and children. This commitment to family can also be applied to your business and work, fostering a sense of stability.

7. Parent with Unconditional Love

Tell your children that you will love them no matter what they choose to be, whether a dustman or a doctor, as long as they are happy. This removes pressure and fosters self-acceptance, allowing them to be who they want to be.

8. Focus on Your Strengths

Concentrate on what you are good at, such as inspiring others to move and feel good. Leveraging your natural abilities can lead to a fulfilling and impactful career, as it did for Joe Wicks with his PE lessons.