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Quick LinksTips to Giving Your Attitude a Boost Your attitude is everything. It is how you see the things around you, how you deal with the situations you face, and what you think about life. The difference between a positive and negative attitude could be the difference between a positive or negative life. The tips below are quick and highly effective. Make use of them today and start getting results immediately. Control: The only one who can give you a good attitude is you. And the great news is, it can happen whenever you want it to. You could wake up tomorrow with a brand new outlook on life. And why? Because your attitude is yours to control. You don't need permission from anyone to change it. Circle of Friends: You may be trying to stay positive, but if your friends or coworkers are negative, it may make for a losing battle. The company you keep impacts your attitude greatly. Seldom will you find a group of negative thinkers and one positive attitude together. Negativity can spread, so be sure to keep clear of noticeably negative situations. Healthy Diet: You have heard it a thousand times, and this will make it a thousand and one. A good diet is vital to maintaining energy, alertness, and a positive attitude. Without the necessary amounts of fuel for your body, it cannot function properly. If you find yourself in a tired and negative mood, ask yourself, 'Have I eaten yet today?' Sleep: Just as important as a healthy diet is the right amount of sleep. It seems obvious but many people don't get enough sleep at night. Without rest, the body and mind become irritable, fatigued, and they drag through the day. The same effects can result from oversleeping. Make sure you get the sleep you need each night. Your Hobby to the Rescue: It is important to have a fun hobby or activity that you can do when facing a problem or a long, hectic day. Sports, books, collecting, etc. are great ways to get away from the hustle and bustle and enjoy yourself. BreakThroughs, Inc. |
Master Your Attitude"The Attitude a person develops is the most important ingredient in determining his level of success." - Pat Riley, Head Coach, New York KnicksSuccessful people like Pat Riley understand how critical attitude is to their success. Those people who achieve consistently, year in and year out, who constantly keep breaking records, who keep winning, who keep going beyond their personal best, are those who devote time and energy to developing and mastering a positive "Can Do" attitude. To help you focus on and develop your attitude, you need a tool. One tool that will enable you to work on and improve your attitude is called the "Mastering My Attitude" Plan (outlined below). Seven-Point Plan1) The one thing about my attitude I want to improve immediately is: 2) When I make this change in my attitude a permanent part of my daily routine, my personal and professional life will improve in these ways: Personal: Professional: 3) I will overcome these obstacles to accomplish my goal: 4) To make this change a permanent part of my life, I will take these specific "action" steps. A. __________________________________________ B. __________________________________________ C. __________________________________________
5) I will begin implementing my plan on _________ (date) at ________ (time), and will review each step of this program every day at ________ o'clock to ensure I am fulfilling my plan. 6) I will mark my calendar to review my progress in _______, ________, and _______ days. 7) When I accomplish this goal, I will reward myself by: The next attitude I want to improve on is: |
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Master Your Attitude - Take Action Challenge for November This powerful (see above) seven-point plan is easy and best of all, it works. The challenge for November is to complete the plan, here's how: First, copy it and keep the original for future use. Second, honestly and completely fill in each point. Third, begin implementing your plan on your scheduled day. Fourth, review your progress at your pre-selected intervals (add to outlook calendar). Fifth, share your plan with at least one person (who you trust and respect). Ask for their support and to provide you with positive as well as constructive feedback. By identifying and focusing on the attitude you would like to improve and implementing your plan, with perseverance you'll master your attitude. |
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