Want good news? Turn it off!

If you’re like me, it’s nearly impossible to escape the constant barrage of negativity that is being broadcasted everywhere these days. The T.V., the radio, the Internet, all have their eye on the ever-widening economical woes of the country. I’ve got news for you, this will never stop! We need to remember that bad news and negative news sells. That’s what the reporting agency’s are in business to do and sell sensational stories that will attract a wide audience.

A few years ago I started reading a new series of books. In one of them, the suggestion was made to turn off ALL news within my control. The author intimated that this source of negativity was a dramatically affecting my attitude. Not in a good way, of course! I decided to give it a try since I was growing increasingly disgusted with all of the bad news I was hearing.

Instantly I stopped watching the late night news, in fact all news on the television. I stopped listening to radio stations in my car that take newsbreaks. (One station that I will listen to is ESPN, which satisfies my insatiable sports appetite.) Likewise, I try to avoid sensational Internet stories with their alluring headlines.

The affects on my outlook and attitude have been very positive indeed. There are many occasions now when someone will ask me, “did you hear about …..” and for the most part I haven’t. I am not saying that the news is not important or relevant. You can dial up any relevant news that you need in your life right from your own computer. Certainly you should research and study items important to your business, industry, or job. This will be a much better use of your time anyway.

This is especially important if you own your own business. Control the input and you control the output. I have used this simple tool along with other positive influences on a daily basis. The personal growth and my sharply increased positive outlook has kept me pointed forward in this world of uncertainty. I own and operate a closet and garage accessory business. In my position, I need to think and feel optimistically all the time.

  This attitude allows 4 very important things;

1)    Think positive and be self - motivated.
2)    Think positive, express positive, and motivate others.
3)    Think positive and you’ll beat the crap out of the competition. (They’re watching the late       night news)
4)  Think positive and listen to your cash register ring!

 Create your own news stations and the results will be surprising. My station is called, “Great News Only” and it’s tuned in all the time!