“To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders.” Lao Tzu

Our thoughts are tied to our emotions, so when we try to become more aware of our emotions, we must first understand our thoughts and thought processes. Throughout the day, take note of what you say about yourself, how you talk about yourself, and what you say about situations you encounter.

 If you notice your thoughts are more negative, practice mindfulness to discover why your thoughts are that way. Then, after reflecting, try to have more pleasant thoughts or thought processes. You might have to force it — you might not even believe it! But over time, it will influence your thoughts to be more positive.