We need to have a good attitude regardless of the economy!

Here are 10 bad attitude busters:

1.    Smile. Duh!  No Really!  Just smile. You'll be amazed at how much better you feel and the difference in the reaction you'll get from others.

2.    Do something nice for someone else. It ALWAYS makes you feel better. Help a co-worker by holding an Open House or help your elderly neighbor in with his/her groceries. Volunteer to bring the cookies to the kid's soccer game.

3.    Do something nice for yourself. As Realtors we are really good at doing for others, but not very good at doing something for us. Our generous nature sets us apart. It may also keep us from paying attention to what we need/want. Get in that last run on the slopes; see the new Animal Planet movie; have a manicure/pedicure or a facial. Sit and relax for 1 hour with a good book.

4.    Call your past clients. They think you are great.

5.    Get some exercise- any kind: a walk, running, swimming, Pilates, Yoga, Salsa dancing... This is a key ingredient in your happiness factor.

6.    Get together with friends and family. Make the time. It is vital. When you see yourself reflected back in the eyes of people who love you, it strengthens you.

7.    Don't listen to so much news. It really can be depressing.

8.    Listen to good music. It is uplifting.

9.    Don't hang around with negative people. If your office has negative people in it, tune out or don't send more than a few minutes there. If your friends are negative, for now don't spend as much time with them. Find positive people to reinforce your approach to the world.

10.  Take a minute to list the things you are grateful for.

Remember:

"Life is not about waiting for the storms to pass...
it's about learning how to dance in the rain!"      anon

What are YOU doing to keep a good attitude?