Headed to the hill country for a couple of days

We've found a nice place to stay on the Pedernales river in Fredericksburg....it's becoming our little getaway. Be back here on Monday afternoon.

What's the key(s) to maintaining a positive attitude?

I guess I'll start this thing out

You know, as strong as my faith is, I still struggle to various degrees with the downs of life. It is much easier to offer positive outlook and advice for somebody else than it is to myself. :)
I've got better at it though through the years...but stil get negative when life has a serious bump.

I recently went through a surprising job layoff and now find myself in this "dreaded" economic time looking for work. I suppose I could settle for a lesser paying job if I have to but I don't want my lifestyle affected too much and am holding out for what I want but it's tough being unemployed...more mentally than finacially if you know what I mean.

If any of you have any techniques that have worked for you to keep positive and upbeat I'd like to hear about them.