Orchestrating Attitude: Getting the Best from Yourself and Others

by Lee J. Colan

Choosing to respond, instead of react, helps us positively orchestrate our attitudes ... and our lives.

Be mindful

The things we focus on create a magnet for our lives. Focus on opportunities and doors seem to open. Focus on problems, and obstacles are plentiful.

Helping others not only helps you shift your focus outward but also stimulates feelings of gratitude. There is nothing like a dose of gratitude to pick us up. Most importantly, meeting others’ needs brings out our true spirit - it reflects our positive human character.

But, here’s the caveat: If you expect something in return for your help, your act of kindness is really an act of trading favors. Be a giver, not a trader.