Designing Web Success

Do you have an ‘attitude of gratitude’? What is your first
inclination in any situation? Is it to find something to
appreciate, or something to criticize?

Many folks were raised with constant criticism. It seemed that
almost nothing they did was right or good enough. If they got a
good grade on a report card, the question was “Why didn’t you
get a better one?” That’s one way that parents control their
children, or, at least, think they do. If that was part of your
past, you may have to make a concerted effort to not pass that
along now. Focus on the positive. Catch others doing thing right
and say so!

You’ve probably heard the saying, ‘When life gives you lemons,
make lemonade.” What do you do when things do not seem to turn
out the way you want them to? Do you look for the learning in
the situation, and change your approach? That’s the best use of
energy on your part. Spend little time on the downsidejust
enough to understand the lesson–and move on.

Olympic athletes are remarkable in their ability to focus on
what went right and to see the best in their competition. When
they are interviewed they put no one down. Have you noticed
that? They speak of the good in their own performances and those
of others. We can learn a lot from these young folks. Look where
it gets them!

Focusing on the good is energy-giving. Remember, gratitude is
the attitude of altitude. Stand tall and appreciate all.