How to Best Spend a Minute

Scenario: "Dude, we gotta do: ___________________. Yay!" But, there's a better way. And, it's more optimistic. Just ask your bad-self, "What's one thing I'm grateful for?" When you ask yourself that sucker, you see your cup as half-full. Anything else would be icing on the cake. Instead of focusing on the I-have-to's, the question drives you to embrace the super-sexy-sweetness of your life and your business.

What are the psychological benefits?

According to researchers, "Feeling thankful and expressing that thanks makes you happier and heartier - not hokier." An added bonus: you "sleep better, exercise more and gain a general contentment that may counteract stress and contribute to overall health." That will maintain your badass to rock the world with your business for ages.

The cool side-effect?

When you think of one thing that makes you thankful, another sucka pops up. And another, and another, and another -- until you fully appreciate what a sweet life you really have. It's one of the coolest tools we know. The template to get you started to end your fabulous week:

I'm thankful for this sucka: _________.

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