Attitude is Everything

A couple of days ago, I had a pity party. The problem with a pity party is that nobody comes, so
I wallowed in my misery alone.

Then I reminded myself:  Anybody can have a positive attitude when things are going well. It’s
how you act when things are going badly that determines the strength of your character. An
appropriate attitude means feeling hopeful in challenging times. Stop feeling sorry for yourself.
Count your blessings. Look for the good.

I shared my insight with a friend who, later that day, gave me an adhesive label to place on my
bathroom mirror. Now whenever I shave, brush my teeth, or comb my hair, I see the
message: Attitude is Everything. This little reminder helps me tidy up my point of view.

Whether we are running hot, running cold, or simply running on overload, we can take charge
of our attitude by remembering these aphorisms:

• Choices, not circumstances, determine how we feel.
• Activity cures misery
• The surest way to success is to try one more time
• Act “as if” to get positive results.
• What I think trumps what others think.
• Contentment depends on our response to events.
• Gratitude adjusts our attitude.