Although the economy in Japan is slowly jugging along, it certainly isn’t back to the full health of recent years and the strong yen is providing extra challenges in the local market. In this situation how do you remain positive, how do you find the peace of mind from which you can keep that happy face, stay optimistic and track down the next job or business opportunity?
It is perfectly natural to go through feelings of stress, tension and annoyance – feelings which can be amplified by the cultural barriers in Japan. For all those looking for a pick-me-up, Howstuffworks have examined a number of ways to stay upbeat.
Make Yourself More Valuable
Cheer up and learn a new skill. It’ll make you more valuable in the workplace. It’s not impossible to be optimistic and upbeat in a down economy, or even a bad situation; you just may have to work a little harder for it. The first step to a positive frame of mind, regardless of whether you’re currently employed or not, is realizing that you can do more.
Make Time For Yourself
It can often be difficult to maintain a stable, upbeat attitude, especially in a down economy. There’s nothing wrong with striving for a positive frame of mind, but you also have to know when to relax.
Stick to a Budget
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Thank you very much for this. It is always important to remain positive no matter what. This is a great refresher.