Tell Me Somethin' Good!: A Simple Guide to Overcoming Negativity - Clint Swindall
\n \nWe live in a negative world. We get it regularly from media outlets because it sells. There is no shortage of it from the people around us every day either. Coworkers, bosses, subordinates, friends, family, and strangers on the street will seek us out to share the crud in their lives. \n \n \n\n \nNegativity isn't going away. We'll always have those who constantly complain about their situation. We'll always have those who are excessively pessimistic about their future. We'll always have those who simply cannot see past the challenges in their life.\n \n \n\n \nWhile we can't eliminate negativity in our life, we can learn to overcome it. Since much of our negativity comes from old habits of dealing with the bad stuff in our lives, an effort must be made to establish new habits of dealing with the crud. When we do, we'll create a more positive life for ourselves and those around us.\n \n \n\n \nIn this inspiring little book, author Clint Swindall provides a simple approach to creating a more positive world. He presents the content of the book in six lessons and twelve behaviors. Also, the author directs readers to a 30-Day Challenge to encourage the implementation of the lessons learned.\n \n \n\n \nThe book is written in the fable format, sharing the journey through the eyes of realistic but fictional characters. This entertaining fable tells the story of Aaron King, an energetic call center manager who faces an internal struggle to overcome his constant complaining and excessive pessimism from the current problems in his life. These troubles are impacting his personal and professional life. A long-time friend and colleague is about to introduce him to someone who will guide him back to the good in his life. Through a series of insightful conversations, Aaron learns a simple approach to overcome the negativity in his life. What may seem simple on the surface will prove challenging to implement.\n