Adjustment 3: Give Your Positive Attitude to Others
When you get fed up with the behavior of others, you may be tempted to tell them off and give them “a piece of your mind.” Telling someone off is understandably human. It is a better policy, however, to give others “a piece of your positive attitude.” When you react positively, you permit others to help you adjust your attitude.
Shannon. Because she needed a psychological lift, Shannon asked Casey to meet her for lunch. Casey didn’t feel much like it, but she accepted and made a special effort to be upbeat. When the luncheon was over, Casey had not only given Shannon a boost, she felt better herself. Both women came out ahead.
When you give part of your positive attitude to others, you create ...
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