Setting An Intention

Our expectations often shape our reality. We have all heard of the placebo effect and how expectations influence perceptions and often actual health. We tend to find or experience what we are expecting to find or experience. This is partially due to the fact that we prime ourselves to pay attention to those things that confirm our expectations. This can work in both positive and negative ways. One way you can harness the power of positive expectations is by being deliberate about an intention to focus on something positive. Here’s how it can work in medicine to improve your sense of well-being and satisfaction.