Negativity can be a difficult thing to deal with, especially when it is constantly coming at you from all sides. But you can let negative thoughts or a negative mindset become a dominant force in your life. 

Luckily, there are strategies you can use when you need to turn things around – and here are a few you can try.

• Acknowledge Your Negative Thoughts: The first step to rid oneself of negativity is simply acknowledging that the thoughts exist. The more aware you are of your negative thoughts, the less power and control they’ll have over you.
• Feel Your Negative Thoughts: You may have an easier time dealing with your negativity if you actually feel it rather than push away from it. It can help to imagine what the negative thoughts are like and how they make you feel physically, emotionally, or mentally.
• Know the Source: Negativity is typically triggered by something going on in your life, so it’s essential to identify what may be at the root of these thoughts. This will help you better understand where they are coming from and how to begin dealing with them.
• See Negativity as a Temporary Situation: When you’re focused on negativity for too long, it can start to seem like this is all there is – but that couldn’t be further from the truth! Know that most negative emotions are only temporary, and look ahead to what can happen rather than wallowing in your current situation.
• Reframe Your Thoughts: It’s important not only to acknowledge what you’re thinking but also why these thoughts might be considered negative in nature. Oftentimes it can take just a simple change in perspective or wording for the thought to go from being something awful into something positive. 
• Challenge Yourself To Be Optimistic: Let yourself feel sad and disappointed if need be, but work on moving past those feelings by challenging yourself with optimistic statements about the future such as “someday I will get that promotion” or “I am capable.” These types of statements can have a positive effect on the present moment.
• Surround Yourself With Positive People: Positive people will help push you in the direction of being positive! It’s important to be mindful when choosing who you spend your time with. If someone is constantly bringing their negative attitude into your life, then it may not be worth spending as much time with them to protect your own well-being.
• Practice Gratitude and Appreciation: A great way to deal with negativity could be by practicing gratitude and appreciation for life itself: this includes everything from world events to personal accomplishments – no matter how small they seem at first glance. By staying focused on what you have rather than what you don’t have, your mind can more easily move away from thoughts of lack or disappointment.
• Take Care of Your Health: Negative thoughts can be intense and exhausting. It’s crucial to take care of your physical well-being so that you have the energy and mental clarity to challenge them when they arise.
• Seek Help If Needed: If you’re struggling with your negative mindset and can’t seem to turn it around with some of these techniques, it might be time to seek the advice of a professional. A counselor may be able to provide you with additional ideas.

If you’re feeling like a negative mindset is starting to overtake your generally positive demeanor – then it’s time to learn some techniques that can help you overcome this. Try some of these – and see if you can work through the negativity and come out on top!