Negative thinking is one of the most pervasive and universal problems of humankind. I didn't realized the power this habit have over our lives.

How do we think determines our reality. If our first inclination is to see the world darkly, we are going to live in a dark world. If our habit is to zoom in on what is wrong with a person, an idea or a thing, he world is not going to be a satisfying place to live. We may think we are simply being realistic, intelligent or discriminating, but we are actually stuck with a wrapped view of the world. Negative thinking is bad for our health, our relationships and spiritual life.

I found this meditation and it has been really helpful to realize that all beings, want to be happy. We are simply tying to find happiness for ourselves, we may be deluded in our thinking, and in the grip of fear and anger, but at the end we may find out our motivations are identical as the rest of the world. Peace can only spread though individuals who have peaceful minds.

1 For one full day, refrain from saying or thinking anything negative. Note when you had the urge to make negative or sarcastic comment or you had a negative thoughts about someone or something. As you witness your negative thoughts arise, you will be amazed at the level of negativity in your mind.
2 Be gentle with yourself and simply note the negativity. Don't punish yourself for it. Have a few laughs at how negative your mind can be.
If you like use this meditation to begin to be more positive and supportive in your thoughts and words.