Surround yourself with positive influences from "summary" of Choose yourself by James Altucher
When you are surrounded by negative influences, it can be difficult to maintain a positive outlook on life. These negative influences can come in many forms - toxic relationships, pessimistic friends, or even just a general sense of negativity in your environment. It's important to recognize these negative influences and make a conscious effort to remove them from your life. By surrounding yourself with positive influences, you can create a more optimistic and fulfilling life for yourself. Positive influences can come in many forms as well. They can be supportive friends and family members who uplift you and encourage you to pursue your goals. They can be mentors who offer guidance and wisdom as you navigate through life's challenges. Positive influences can also be found in books, podcasts, or other forms of media that inspire and motivate you to be the best version of yourself. When you surround yourself with positive influences, you are more likely to adop...Similar Posts
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