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Psychologist and researcher Diane Tice found that people use a wide variety of distractions to motivate themselve in trying to escape negative moods and the bad attitudes that accompany them. They read, watch TV, go to movies, or play video games to break their thought patterns. The problem is that unless you find a distraction that offers something uplifting, funny, or inpspiring, your mood could get worse.

Tice found that one of the best ways to move to a more positive and motivated frame of mind was to execise. A regular exercise routine can provide relatively quick positive feedback in the form of weight loss, muscle development, and a sense of doing something positive for yourself. Physical exertion move s us from a low-arousal state to a state of high arousal.

Of course, it's not always possible to drop everything and run to the gym or track when you fine yourself a little down, but there are some simple, quick exercises you can do while standing in line or sitting at your desk. I suggest taking a sixty-second mental vacation. Close your eyes, look up, put a big smile on your face, and begin to think about someone you love or something you love to do. Hold that thought, capture the moment, and begin to feel the peace, the joy, and the power of that experience.

Now you are equipped to seek your personal and professional success by using the tools in your attitude tool Kit and by practicing these daily guidelines.

**Attitude Tune-Up**

* Count your blessings daily, and give thanks.
* Get proper rest and exercise, and start eating healthier.
* Do not let petty office or school politics have power over your personal or professional success. Monitor what you hear, what you read, and what you say.
* Set aside personal time with family and close friends.
* Help someone less fortunate. It brings out your true apirit.
* Feed your spirit daily; read and listen to motivational books and tapes.
* Discover the motives that motivate you, and remember, motivation is not permanent.
* Reflect on your victories - things you've forgotten that were special. Rekindle the fire that helps you turn your attitude into action.
* Watch Your Words. They are powerful. Practice WOW by speaking encouraging, life affirming words to others.
* Create an upbeat, positive greeting that builds enthusiasm for you and everyone around you.
* Develop a clear vision, lock into your purpose and passion, and set goals with deadlines.