Staying Positive in the Face of Negativity
56mBeginner2021-07-02
Authors

Scott Mautz
Speaker, Author of Leading from the Middle, IU Faculty Exec. Ed.
Course details
Even the most optimistic of us can get weighed down when seemingly unrelenting negativity swirls around us at work and in life. It impacts our perspective, presence, and performance. Self-leadership expert Scott Mautz teaches a specific plan for fostering sustainable positivity, especially in the face of tiresome negativity. You’ll be able to stay positive over the long haul by applying fundamentals of positivity—like staying grounded and practicing a special type of gratitude—and by drawing optimism from increased mental strength. Learn to build specialized positivity skills—such as handling criticism and difficult people—and build daily habits of positivity too. Plus, hear real-world examples and craft a personal MAP (micro action plan) for being realistic but staying upbeat when it feels like the world is conspiring to keep you down.
Skills covered
Well-Being and Self-CarePersonal DevelopmentProfessional DevelopmentOne-Off
Concepts
0. Introduction
- 01 - Build skills and habits to foster positivity
1. The Fundamentals of Positivity
- 02 - Choosing to stay positive
- 03 - How to stay positive by keeping perspective
2. Positivity from Mental Strength
- 04 - Guiding your emotions to overcome negativity
- 05 - How to stop negative self-talk
- 06 - How to overcome fear of failure
- 07 - How to handle criticism
- 08 - How to avoid losing your temper
3. Positivity in Action
- 09 - How to handle chronic complainers
- 10 - Turning the negative into positive at work
- 11 - Turn the channel on negative news
- 12 - How to handle difficult relationships
4. Daily Habits of Positive People
- 13 - Finding positivity in the daily routine
- 14 - Staying positive by choosing your words carefully
- 15 - Staying positive by staying present in the moment
- 16 - A morning routine for positivity
Conclusion
- 17 - Plan to be positive