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Hey everyone, welcome back to another episode of Podcast and Chill, our beloved listeners.

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I'm your host, Leo, the guy who can teach you something while making you laugh.

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And I'm Gwen, your informative host, here to help you get useful information.

You've heard of the word positive, right?

But do you know what its power is and how do we use it correctly?

Positive thinking isn't just about feeling happy all the time.

It's about learning to focus on the good things in your life, even during difficult situations.

And in this episode, we'll explain what positive thinking really is, how it can improve your health and how you can develop this mindset in practical ways.

Remember, this podcast is made for English learners like you.

So relax and enjoy learning about this life-changing topic.

Positive thinking means looking at the good side of life while being realistic.

It's not about thinking everything is perfect, but about finding solutions instead of focusing on problems.

For example, imagine you're late for an important meeting because of traffic.

Instead of saying, my whole day is ruined, you could think, I'll do my best to catch up when I arrive.

According to the Mayo Clinic, positive thinking can help people manage stress better, improve how they handle challenges, and even live longer.

Positive thinking isn't just about feeling better emotionally.

And if you're wondering how to practice this, here's a simple activity.

Let's take a negative thought like, I always make mistakes, and change it to something more positive.

You could say, everyone makes mistakes, and I'm learning from mine.

This small change can make a big difference.

Speaking of benefits, Leo, how does positive thinking impact our health?

Positive thinking is great for your body and mind.

When you think positively, your body makes less stress hormone, like cortisol.

This helps you sleep better, strengthens your immune system, and even protects your heart.

So thinking positively can actually help us stay healthier.

A study by the American Psychological Association showed that positive people are 13% less likely to get heart disease.

They also have lower blood pressure and healthier hearts.

That's a good reason to start practicing positivity today.

Yeah, the more you practice, the easier it becomes to stay positive, even in difficult situations.

Now, Leo, let's talk about how someone can develop a positive mindset.

So, listeners, have you thought about how to use it to improve your positive thinking?

By taking time each day to think about what you're grateful for, you can start to focus on the good things around you.

Every day, you write down three things you're thankful for.

It helps you focus on the good parts of your life, no matter how small.

For example, if you feel stressed at work, you could take a break and write, I'm grateful for my health, for having a job, and for the opportunity to learn new things.

This moves your focus away from what's wrong and helps your body relax.

Another simple tip is to practice positive self-talk.

If you're feeling tired or stressed, instead of thinking, I can't handle this, try thinking, I'm doing my best, and I can handle this moment.

Your body hears your thoughts, and those positive words can lower stress and help you feel better physically.

Now let's learn some vocabulary below so you can understand the topic better before continuing to listen.

Definition, to make up for lost time or effort.

Example, I missed the first part of the lecture, but I'll catch up by reading the notes later.

Definition, pay attention to someone or something.

Example, even though the trip was short, I'm focusing on the good parts, like spending time with my family.

Definition, to pause from work or stress to relax.

Example, I always take a break after studying for an hour.

Definition, to feel thankful for something or someone.

Example, I'm grateful for my friends who always support me during tough times.

Definition, to take something or attention to a different place.

Example, having a gratitude journal moves your focus away from what's wrong and helps your body relax.

Next, practice with some questions below to see how well you understand the topic.

Don't forget to type your answer in the comment section to discuss with others.

What example of thinking positively when being late for a meeting?

Instead of thinking, my whole day is over.

You could think, I'll do my best to catch up when I arrive.

What health benefits are linked to positive thinking?

Better sleep, lower blood pressure, and improved heart health.

Now, we will learn more ways to have a positive thinking.

Sometimes we're too hard on ourselves, right?

Gwen, how can we stop negative self-talk and start thinking more positively?

Firstly, you need to recognize when you're being negative.

If you catch yourself thinking, I'll never be good at this, stop and ask yourself, is this really true?

When we change negative thoughts to positive ones, we start to see ourselves differently.

When we are kind to ourselves, our brain creates less stress and more happy feelings.

Some people say that if we are always positive, we will fall into a trap of our own making.

Actually, this opinion is completely true.

But it is only true when we cannot control that positivity.

Some people, even in extremely bad situations and need to solve problems, they still avoid and think that everything will be fine.

But here, we are positive to have the spirit to face the challenges ahead.

I hope everyone remembers this and balances their positivity.