The difference-maker in a day, in a group, in a situation, or in an outcome may well rest within the simple word A.T.T.I.T.U.D.E.
Wow! You have such a great attitude!
What on earth is wrong with your attitude?
Do you realize that your attitude is affecting the whole carpool?!
I wish I had your attitude.
His talent is great, but his attitude is horrible.
These statements and others like them flow in and out of our conversations. But what inherent meaning do they carry?
The difference-maker in a day, in a group, in a situation, or in an outcome is often held within the simple word attitude. But we seldom give it the deference it deserves, yet, its impact is astounding—harnessed or harmful—as it sets the tone and alters a direction.
Attitude speaks a language of its own. My observations reflected in the comments below sweep across multiple countries and a variety of cultures.
Brutally Honest Attitude Tips
90% of life is attitude; the other 10% is perspective.
No one will ever manage your attitude for you. It is yours, all yours.
Control is a myth; controlling your attitude is not.
Your attitude toward your own importance speaks volumes. You are not the center of the universe.
God will always allow a difficult person to be in your life. If you do not have a difficult person in your life, most likely you are the difficult person in someone else’s life. How does this affect your attitude?
Your best contribution to any group dynamic is your attitude.
The way you feel is important; the way you make other people feel is radically more important.
Living With Eternal Intentionality®
Intimacy with Jesus
Authenticity with others
A passion for your calling
A purpose for your influence
The Bible certainly sheds light on this topic. How do these two verses broaden the significance of attitude?
“Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it” (Proverbs 4:23).
“For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart” (Hebrews 4:12).
