“Man only likes to count his troubles; he doesn't calculate his happiness.”
— Fyodor Dostoevsky
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People often pay more attention to their problems than their good moments. We tend to remember and talk about the things that go wrong more than the things that make us happy. For example, think about a day at work. Even if you have a great conversation with a friend and finish your tasks early, you might still focus on the one negative comment from your boss. This behavior makes life seem more difficult than it actually is. To feel better and more balanced, a good practice is to also take note of the positives in your life. Whenever something good happens, make a mental note or write it down. This way, you can remind yourself of the good things and not just the bad ones.
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