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The impact of negativity in our lives is strong.  After reading the first section of this book, I decided to try the "positive approach" at school the next day.  It does seem to not only change how others feel, but I felt different, as well.  It's hard right now for me to feel positive about my work at East Central because of the pressure I feel to get the musicals ready in time.  I also have a 6th grade chime performance at the school board meeting in May, as well as 6th grade graduation music to prepare.  It is simply overwhelming to think about.  It makes me feel tired.  I work too many hours to feel very positive about anything.

However, when I did pretend I felt positive, I found that my day went easier.  Perhaps it is simply a decision not to be negative.  Being negative certainly doesn't change the situation at work.  It doesn't make the musical go away.  It doesn't make time pass quicker nor does it get more work done with the students.  This is certainly food for thought.