2. Learning Objectives
Analyze traits of a positive attitude.
Evaluate how to build a positive
attitude.
Analyze student attitudes in case
studies.
3. 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
4. In a group. . .
Discuss and list what traits a person with a
positive attitude must have.
5. What traits help develop
a positive attitude?
Common sense
Courtesy
Enthusiasm
Friendliness
Open-mindedness
Self-control
Sense of humor
Tact
Voice control
15. 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.
16. 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.
17. 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?