Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Attitudes

Have you ever wondered - been amazed - in total awe of - how different things look when we adjust our attitude? Or when we realize that our petty issues aren't nearly as bad as someone else's problems??

Yesterday was a rough day at work, and I brought that attitude home with me. I am unhappy with myself when I let that happen. Why should I be carrying all that baggage of the day into my evening, my time away from work? And yet, we still do it, even when we're aware.

Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference. ~Winston Churchill

As luck would have it ... correction: it isn't luck ..... it is much caring. But, I always feel better after I'm able to talk the bad things out with someone very special to me. He shares his wisdom, and asks questions so that I can figure out my direction on my own. He is a blessing to have in my life!! (HUGS!)

If you don't like something change it;
if you can't change it,
change the way you think about it.
~Mary Engelbreit

Sometimes, just talking about it makes it better. Toward the end of my evening, most of my attitude was gone, and my mindset was more about finding a way to succeed at my new position rather than fight what it is for the moment. And maybe that would enlighten me to a way to make things better - for me, and for work. Just that slight change in thinking, and today went much smoother. (Of course, having a request fulfilled certainly added to a better attitude .... *giggles* ... TY !! )

Wouldn't it be nice if there was some kind of attitude adjustment switch we could flip on or off as we're leaving work? Over the years, especially when my kids were younger, I realized how important it is to use the time between work and home to change up that attitude. And I've found several things that do the trick: Peace and quiet; classical music; good 80's rock; or some jumping oldies; calling a good friend. Whatever the trick is for you, sometimes its just being aware of our attitude --- before we get home ... so we don't have to take it out on the dog. :)
HUGS to everyone

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