Focus Quote by Oliver Burkeman
““A person who has resolved to ‘think positive’ must constantly scan his or her mind for negative thoughts – there’s no other way that the mind could ever gauge its success at the operation – yet that scanning will draw attention to the presence of negative thoughts.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Antidote, Oliver Burkeman, 2022
Constantly monitoring thoughts for negativity is essential to gauge positive thinking, but it also highlights the presence of negativity.
In simple terms: Monitoring thoughts reveals both positive and negative patterns.
Key Takeaway
Regularly check your mindset.
Themes
self-awareness
mindset
psychology
Mood
reflective
motivational
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal development
- therapy
- coaching
- mindfulness practice
Key Concepts
cognitive monitoring
self-regulation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance awareness without amplifying negativity?
- What habits help sustain positivity?
A Different Perspective
Focusing on negativity can reinforce it.
