Daily Motivation Tips

According to the research by social psychologist Dr. David McClelland of Harvard, the people you habitually associate with determines as much as 95 percent of your success or failure in life. It’s a fact of life that some people hold us back, while others propel us forward. This is why in this video we will be talking about 6 types of negative people we need to ignore and more importantly how should we ignore them. Downtown Success is dedicated to giving out life-changing ideas that will make your journey towards success short and easy. The truth is you can’t hang out with negative people and expect to have a positive life. More importantly, if you do all the right things, but if you get around people who hold you to a lower standard, then you are more likely to fail. So who are these 6 types of negative people and how do we ignore them? 1. The hopelessly hostile drama queen  We all have friends who are drama queens, who are very charismatic, colorful, and compelling, and sweep...

Easiest Ways to Stop Negative Thoughts. Are you tired of negative thoughts? Always thinking of your imperfections? Constantly thinking something will go wrong? That no one loves you? Losing your mind over criticism? Spending hours telling yourself how worthless you are? And comparing your life to others? Are you missing out on opportunities due to your pessimistic thoughts? Is your life spiraling down, due to this? Well, I, too, have been there. Since I was about nine years old, all I could think about was bad things and it eventually became a habit of mine. Each morning, before school, I would get killer cramps, diarrhea, and, sometimes even vomited Before the school bus came to pick me up. My body reacted to my never-ending negative thoughts and I eventually developed Irritable Bowel Syndrome. So, I am here to tell you my tips and tricks that I used to overcome this bad habit of mine. I would like to explain, from a psychology point of view, how negative thinking affects you. When yo...

1. You spend a lot of your  time doing meaningless things  If you’re the kind of person who spends a crazy amount of time scrolling through social media and playing video games and binging on series after series,  the only advice to give you is to take life a little more seriously. Phones indeed are a must-have in this day and age. And we need them to do certain things like communicate, buy stuff online, and the like.  But sometimes we are so engrossed in our phones that we forget about all the other important stuff. It’s vital to know where your priorities lie and they surely aren’t on liking people’s photos on Instagram and playing meaningless games.  Spending too much time on these activities just shows how much of your life you’re wasting. Remember that as you chase the fake virtual world,  you’re missing out on real life. Acknowledge the people around you. Gadgets can be good friends but at times humans are so much better. Always choose things to do in...

Do you ever feel like you cannot seem to get lucky in love, no matter how hard you try?  You are trying all things; going out to meet new people, dating apps, trying to engage in conversations with people and hoping to find a deeper connection with them, and being open-minded to the possibility of finding love.  Despite all that, do you feel discouraged?  Are you wondering where your right match is?  Dating can be a scary experience. A daunting one. If being vulnerable is not always something that sits well with you. Have your numerous experiences tried to pursue romantic relationships made throwing the towel in a tempting prospect? Especially with a lack of social and physical contact. and the obstacles that come with that. It's definitely hard to pursue romantic relationships. Before we begin, here's a quick reminder that this video is for educational purposes only and not to suggest that these signs mean that you have given up on finding love or that you should if...

We live in a world where stress is just a part of everyday life. Work, school, bills, family, and other obligations tend to make life all the more stressful. Usually, when we are stressed, we have a negative outlook on things. And If we are constantly stressed our attitudes turn sour altogether. In such times we turn to easy and sometimes unhealthy comforts like fried food, drugs, smoking, or alcohol. Having a positive attitude in such difficult times can make it so much easier for you to deal with stress, think clearly, make you mentally stronger, and easier for you to bounce back from setbacks. So how can you develop a positive attitude no matter what situation you are in? Well, keep watching today’s video where we will tell you ways in which you can develop a positive attitude in life. From forgiving people who hurt you in the past, Accepting When Things Aren't Perfect, mixing with positive people, maintaining a journal to living in the present, and more, watch till the end to l...

Do you often find yourself being taken advantage of? Perhaps you're often talked down to and treated as less than. Sometimes people can be harsh and judgmental. And you may feel as if they don't hold any respect for you. It's not always nice to hang around those who don't value you. So, if given the chance, it may be best to simply walk away, and say good riddance. But, if you find you're always being subtly treated this way maybe you'd like to adopt some behaviors to gain respect. You can still be you. You just simply respect yourself enough, to not let others walk all over you. Sound like a plan?. Here are six ways to get people to respect you. 1. Respect yourself first. We should all learn to love ourselves. And in doing so, give us the respect we deserve. Often at times we can be too harsh on ourselves, and let our insecurities and dark thoughts take the lead. But do away with them. With a little practice of self-respect, you can be on your way to thinking h...

16 habits that are simple and effective. 1. Making Compromises       Are you unwilling to make compromises? In your personal life and in the workplace, it pays to meet people halfway. Instead of forcing people to bend to your will, show people you care about their needs,  find a compromise that benefits you both. Whether you’re negotiating a deal or arguing with a friend, it’s important to respect and value other people’s priorities. That doesn’t mean you should sacrifice everything to make someone happy. But you should place equal value on their individual needs. When people feel like you care about their needs, they’re more likely to care about yours. They’ll be more willing to make sacrifices if you can do the same. 2. High Standards  Do you have high standards for the people in your life? It’s good to expect great things from the people around you, but unless you apply those standards to yourself, no one is going to care about or respect your h...