3 ways to...

FEEL OPTIMISTIC ABOUT THE FUTURE

1 STOP WATCHING THE NEWS. A constant diet of doom and gloom makes you focus on all the negatives in the world. Avoid watching the news – or scrolling through news sites – and you’ll be surprised at how good you feel about life.

2 TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF. There’s no way you can feel good about yourself and the future if you don’t take care of yourself in the present. So set aside time for you – whether that’s reading a book, meditating or going for a walk.

3 DOWNLOAD 365 POSITIVITY. This free wellbeing app pings short, encouraging and inspirational words to your phone each day for a year. Positive statements really can change your mindset for the better.