Caroline Webb has suggestions for making the best of bad situations in her book How to Have a Good Day.
* When you disagree with people, try repeating their side of the argument back to them affirmatively. They will feel appreciative even if they know they’re not winning the argument.
* If you procrastinate, promise yourself a reward for every step forward. Maybe a snack? Maybe a healthy snack?
* When you feel frustrated, stop a minute and ask yourself how you’ll feel about the situation in a couple of weeks.
We read about Webb’s book in the February 8, 2016, issue of Time magazine.