** Make your goals public.**
Write down the goals you want to achieve in the near future. Then, share them with someone who will pay attention to your progress and hold you accountable.
** Take control of your self-talk.**
Replace judgmental statements like “I’m an idiot” with factual ones like “I made a mistake." Be gentle with how you talk to yourself while also being responsible for your actions.
** Smile and laugh more.**
Make yourself throw on a large, legitimate smile (where your cheeks push upwards) to trick your mind into feeling the mood you need for the moment. Watch a show or read a book that you know you find funny to lift your mood.
** Anticipate change and prepare for it.**
Set aside a small amount of time each week to create a list of important changes that you think could possibly happen. Jot down ideas for things that you can do now to prepare for that change.

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