Prosperity isn’t always about money. Success in life is also based on satisfaction with your entire being. At home, with your work or your family – your ability to feel pure joy begins with having a positive mindset. While it’s not always easy to stay positive in today’s world, it is possible to remain with a gracious attitude for the majority of the time.

There are many things you can do to help foster this attitude, and a few of these are listed below for you to meditate on.

Think and See the Best in Each Situation

It has been said that out of all bad comes good. If you look at your past and think of a situation that you would consider a negative experience, you can probably also pinpoint at least one positive outcome. While we may only see these learning experiences as positive in retrospect, it’s important to consciously look for them when we are feeling down. When things aren’t going your way, it always helps to look at the good in the situation and consider what positive outcomes may come of it.

Be Grateful for What you Have, No Matter How Small

Another well received exercise in positive thinking is making a list of all you are thankful for. Gratitude is huge when it comes to believing that good things will come to you. Once you can recognize all the beautiful things your life has produced, you can look forward to the future with a expectant attitude and positive outlook. Make a list each day of the things you are thankful, no matter how small. Did your coffee stay warm until you drank the last drop? Put that on the list!

Focus on and Visualize the End Result

Success coaches love to stress the importance of visualization, and with good reason. Studies have shown that if a person not only knows their end goal, but can firmly picture it in their mind, that they stand a better chance at reaching it. This holds true for sports athletes, movie stars and politicians. Why shouldn’t it hold true for business owners as well? Prosperity can be yours if you can picture it. Hold the image in your mind and focus on it, and you will get there.