Power of Attitude
- The only difference between a good day and a bad day is your attitude- Anonymous
What is Attitude?
- Attitude is the way a person behaves and expresses them. It tells us a lot about the character and his/her inner thoughts.
Components of Attitude
- Cognitive
- Affection
- Behaviour
Types of Attitude
Negative Pessimistic
- Very Critical of Others
- Thinks only of self
- Always makes excuse
- Blame others for own mistakes
- Negative attitude is contagious
Positive Optimistic
- Rarely complaints
- Seldom criticizes others
- Never makes excuse
- Accepts responsibility of mistakes
According to Dr. Abdul Kalam
Always keep the positive attitude in Negative situation
- FAILS - First attempt in learning
- END - Effort never dies
- NO - Next opportunity
Benefits of Positive Attitude
- Helps to achieve goals
- Improves Decision making
- Improves interpersonal relationships
- Improves self esteem
Developing the Positive Attitude
- Look at the bright side of Life
- Have faith in yourself
- Stop Complaining
- Associate yourself with Happy people
- Repeat affirmations that inspire and motivate you
We all need to introspect ourselves and wonder as to how one’s attitude can influence his/her success and failure? Most importantly, have you ever considered the power of saying ‘I Can’, ‘I must’, ‘I will’? “I am not saying a positive attitude can make you successful. I am saying a positive attitude will make you successful. It is essential that you interpret and understand the true nature of your current attitude for building up self-confidence, which is a must for an affirmative attitude. For instance, the dos and don’ts in dealing with your boss, ideal strategy for overcoming negative attitude, managing stress, and coping with burnout, and expound on how converting negative thinking to positive action can bring about a change in life. This is how the power of a positive attitude will help you uncover your hidden abilities and achieve success.
Rightly said and well summarised ! Perspective is all that matters !