by Diane Stacey

Created on: August 06, 2007

Every day is an opportunity for success. Our thoughts and feelings contribute to the reality we create. In order to live successfully, we must have a positive attitude and realize the impact of our behavior and choices.

There are 12 simple ways to create a successful day. Even in the midst of change or chaos, we can follow these guidelines to ensure a greater experience. As you begin to build better days, you will gradually change your life and have a more positive existence.

1. Upon waking, make a conscious choice to be happy. It is amazing to see what a difference a simple change in attitude can make. If we don't start the day out right, we risk catching negative vibes which can be as contagious as a virus. By acknowledging a desire to live a day of success, we set the tone for creating a wonderful day.

2. When looking in the mirror, smile. Be the first happy face you see. Our day begins with routines that force us to take an early look at ourselves. As you brush your teeth or fix your hair, decide to be a happy person wishing a wonderfully prosperous day for you.

3. Make sure your morning routine includes some form of exercise, allowing you to release any stress you may be feeling about some event planned for your day. The exercise you choose can be physical, mental or emotional. The goal is to figure out where you are holding stress and to let go.

4. Say good morning to everyone you meet. This will help remind you that you've made a choice to have a successful day. In addition, it might brighten the morning for someone else. By helping another person see the beauty in the day, we can improve the overall mood around us.

5. Use positive statements about yourself and your day. When someone asks how your day is going, tell them "It's a golden day!" There is power in language and hearing positive words will reinforce your choice to be successful.

6. Don't allow anything or anyone to ruin your day. Believing the positive words you're using to express yourself creates a barrier for unhappiness. You can reward yourself for the commitment you've made to yourself. Things will occur which are out of your control, but they will only have the impact you allow.

7. Plan to do at least two nice things for yourself each day. It doesn't have to be elaborate or require financial resources. Make a list of things you like to experience during the day and make a formal plan to take care of yourself. Occasionally we have a hard time doing things for ourselves. This can be as simple as

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