Attitudes for Success Answers

A strong fear of failure leads to positive thinking.

Which of the following is an example of positive self talk?a.This is too different from what we’ve done beforeb.I’m going to be too busy to complete thisc.I’m seeing a chance to do something speciald.This is not going any better than I thought

Hard work is a necessary component of a positive attitude because _______.a.To be positive, you have to convince people to like youb.Getting work done quickly is more important than being positivec.Positive thinking is a habit you have to build up over timed.Hardly anyone is positive, so you have to break new ground

In negative self talk, polarizing is when a person _______.a.Focuses only on their problems, ignoring their successesb.Blames themselves for every problem, whether it was their fault or notc.Believes that every situation will end badlyd.See themselves as a failure for not living up to impossible standards

Penelope asks her employee Fritz to deal with problems that “you caused.” Fritz is feeling hurt by these comments, so he tells Penelope, “My feelings were hurt by what you said and I don’t think that is okay.” In this example, Fritz is acting ______.a.Positivelyb.Assertivelyc.Arrogantlyd.Passively

Being open to humor is a key to maintaining a positive attitude.

In negative self talk, personalizing is when a person _______.a.Focuses only on their problems, ignoring their successesb.Blames themselves for every problem, whether it was their fault or notc.Believes that every situation will end badlyd.See themselves as a failure for not living up to impossible standards

Passivity can harm relationships because those who are passive _______.a.Have open relationships with othersb.Tend to store up hurt feelings, leading to resentmentc.Typically have excessive self-esteemd.Are free from self doubt and worry