Piece of Mind

Every day, we interact with people who are grumpy, unhappily employed or just plain nasty. Often, this outward negativism is the result of low self-esteem or lack of confidence. It can permeate every aspect of a persons life and yet the solution is quite simple - choose to take a different approach! Yes that's it, and yes it is hard but is also essentially simple and within your locus of control.

Start by convincing yourself you are happily employed (see below) - if you can't, change your job!

Then, focus on building confidence - use the wise words of others as your affirmations (also below).

Put it all together and choose to become a more positive person.

WHAT DOES A HAPPILY EMPLOYED PERSON LOOK LIKE?

1. Likes what he/she is doing
2. Is good at what he/she is doing
3. Enjoys a sense of security on the job
4. Feels a partnership with the employer
5. Has realistic goals for both this job and his/her overall career
6. Views the job as only a part of the overall quality of his/her life
7. Does not feel guilty about success

Quotes about Confidence

Norman Vincent Peale: People become really quite remarkable when they start thinking that they can do things. When they believe in themselves they have the first secret of success.

Zig Ziglar: Put all excuses aside and remember this: YOU are capable.

Samuel Johnson: Self confidence is the first requisite to great undertakings.

Paul Bryant: Show class, have pride, and display character.