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“When we take time to notice the things that go right - it means we're getting a lot of little rewards throughout the day.” quote by Martin Seligman
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“When we take time to notice the things that go right - it means we're getting a lot of little rewards throughout the day.”

Martin Seligman

About This Quote

Source Book: Authentic Happiness, 2002

Noticing positive events creates frequent small rewards that improve overall well‑being.

In simple terms: Seeing good things gives many tiny daily rewards.

Key Takeaway

Practice gratitude and attention to positive moments.

Themes

psychology well‑being gratitude positivity

Mood

optimistic uplifting

Type

motivational psychological

When to use this quote

  • daily journaling
  • team meetings
  • customer service
  • therapy sessions
  • coaching

Key Concepts

positive psychology mindfulness reward systems

Questions to Reflect On

  • What small successes can you acknowledge today?
  • How does noticing positives affect your motivation?
A Different Perspective

Focusing only on positives may overlook problems needing attention.

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