Understanding positive thinking and self-talk. Positive thinking doesn't mean that  you keep your head in the sand and ignore life's less pleasant situations. Positive thinking just means that you approach unpleasantness in a more positive and productive way. You think the best is going to happen, not the worst. Positive thinking often starts with self-talk. Self-talk is the endless stream of unspoken thoughts that run through your head. These automatic thoughts can be positive or negative.
Uses for Preparation H. At one time, Preparation H was used only for what it was created for, and that was to shrink hemorrhoidal tissue. The active ingredient in Preparation H is phenylephrine HCL.
Organize Information: Solid preparation is essential to effective counseling. Review all pertinent information. This includes the purpose of the counseling, facts and observations about the subordinate, identification of possible problems, main points of discussion, and the development of a plan of action.