Attitude

The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines the word "attitude" as "a mental position or feeling with regard to an object." The mental positions or feelings are our thoughts, beliefs and opinions. The object is life. In other words, attitudes encompass all of the thoughts, beliefs and opinions which people have about their lives. Over 2500 years ago, Buddha said, "All that we are is the result of what we have thought; it is founded on our thoughts. If …

…you believe that you are subject to outside influences? Using Worksheet No. 1, write down your beliefs about other people, co-workers, supervisors, and the significant people in your personal life. Consider and write down your feelings about success and your ability to succeed, your attitudes toward money, your health and physical well-being. In order to build a new attitude, it's essential to know what materials are currently in the foundation on which you will be building.