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lessons from "Empty Out the Negative: Make Room for More Joy, Greater Confidence, and New Levels of Influence" by Joel Osteen:
1.
Negative thoughts and emotions can hold you back. When you are focused on the
negative, it is difficult to be happy, confident, and successful.
2.
You have the power to choose your thoughts and emotions. You may not be able to
control your circumstances, but you can control how you react to them.
3.
It is important to empty out the negative in order to make room for the
positive. This means letting go of anger, resentment, bitterness, and other
negative emotions.
4.
You can empty out the negative by focusing on the good things in your life. Be
grateful for what you have, and look for the positive in every situation.
5.
Spend time with positive people. The people you surround yourself with have a
big impact on your thoughts and emotions. Make sure to spend time with people
who uplift and encourage you.
6.
Read positive books and listen to positive messages. The things you consume
have a big impact on your mind. Fill your mind with positive messages about
yourself and your future.
7.
Pray and confess the Word of God. Praying and confessing the Word of God are
two powerful ways to empty out the negative and fill your mind with the
positive.
8.
Don't let the past control your present or future. You cannot change the past,
but you can choose how it affects you. Forgive yourself and others, and move on
with your life.
9.
Focus on your strengths and not your weaknesses. Everyone has weaknesses, but
it is important to focus on your strengths. What are you good at? What do you
enjoy doing? Focus on those things.
10.
Believe in yourself. You are capable of great things. Believe in yourself and
your ability to achieve your goals.
11.
Step outside of your comfort zone. Growth happens when you push yourself
outside of your comfort zone. Take risks and try new things.
12.
Don't be afraid to fail. Failure is a part of life. It is how we learn and
grow. Don't let the fear of failure stop you from pursuing your dreams.
13.
Be persistent. Don't give up on your dreams, even when things get tough. Keep
going and you will eventually achieve your goals.
14.
Help others. Helping others is a great way to feel good about yourself and to
make a difference in the world. Find a cause that you are passionate about and
get involved.
15.
Enjoy the journey. Life is a gift. Enjoy every moment of it.
Joel
Osteen's book is a message of hope and encouragement. He believes that everyone
has the potential to live a joyful and fulfilling life.
He offers practical advice on how to empty out the negative and make room for the positive.
