identify ways to maintain a positive attitude
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Identify Ways to Maintain a Positive Attitude. Lesson E5-2. Learning Objectives. Analyze traits of a positive attitude. Evaluate how to build a positive attitude. Analyze student attitudes in case studies. actions attitude common sense communication courtesy energy enthusiasm - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Identify Ways to Maintain a Positive AttitudeLesson E5-2
Learning Objectives
Analyze traits of a positive attitude. Evaluate how to build a positive
attitude. Analyze student attitudes in case
studies.
Terms actions attitude common sense communication courtesy energy enthusiasm enthusiastic friendliness
open-mindedness optimistic self-control self-esteem sense of humor tact thinking voice control
In a group. . .
Discuss and list what traits a person with a positive attitude must have.
What traits help develop a positive attitude? Common sense Courtesy Enthusiasm Friendliness Open-mindedness Self-control Sense of humor Tact Voice control
Common Sense
sound practical judgment
Courtesy
involves polite behavior and good manners.
Enthusiasm
is being happy and energetic. In most careers, you will need to sell something; show enthusiasm in everything you do.
Friendliness
being kind and helpful.
Open-mindedness
means you are open to new ideas and you are free from prejudice ideas
Self-control
controlling your actions and feelings.
Sense of Humor
the ability to laugh with others.
Tact
a keen sense of what to say or do to avoid offending someone.
Voice Control
the ability to control the tone and volume of your voice.
Steps to a Positive Attitude Positive energy
having a capacity for vigorous activity toward a positive goal. Positive actions
involve the process of doing something positive. Take positive action instead of wasting time complaining about
problems. Positive thinking
often referred to as “the power of positive thinking.” Positive thinking helps elevate your mood, which helps make
better decisions.
Steps to a Positive Attitude, cont. Positive communication
allows people to present ideas with confidence saying positive compliments and speaking in a friendly manner.
Build self-esteem involves having a good opinion of yourself. Make lists of your abilities and successes. Seek reachable goals. Think about the positive impact you have on others. Work on improving your abilities.
Be enthusiastic show an eager interest.
Be optimistic Have a positive outlook.
Student Attitude
When has a positive attitude helped make situations more fun?
Or, turned a negative situation into a positive one?
Or, elevated moods, helped handle problems more effectively, or helped make
better decisions?
Case Study
Read the case study and analyze the questions about attitude.