Abraham Lincoln once said: “Most people are as happy as they make up their minds to be,” and this is the pattern of positive thinking that psychology has focused on in recent years—how to direct thoughts toward positivity so that our reactions can be more rational and balanced.
Scientists have explained the circular relationship between cognition, emotions, physiology, and behavior. Therefore, we can focus on directing our thoughts toward the positive side of every event we face in our daily lives, which will reflect on the other elements of the circle.
If you find yourself stuck in traffic due to an accident on the road and end up late for an important appointment, you might focus on the missed appointment, which can lead to feelings of anxiety and mental and physical stress. Alternatively, you could focus on the positive side—that you were not involved in the accident and that you are safe and healthy—which can bring you peace of mind and physical relaxation.
Another example from daily life is our reaction to illness. One possible response is to focus on the harm and negative aspects, which can trigger fear, anxiety, and irrational reactions. The other possibility is to think positively about medical capabilities and the hope for recovery, allowing the mind to feel reassured and calm.
Based on the above, we can develop our positive thinking skills by enhancing positive states and improving brain function. Positive words and thoughts stimulate the brain’s motivational centers, helping us build resilience in facing life’s challenges and bringing calm and happiness into our lives.
These are the principles on which “Tawazon” was founded. The app offers everyone the opportunity to acquire and develop positive thinking skills through scientifically proven guided meditations, developed and recorded by a select group of Arab mental health experts.
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