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Success for Teens: Chapter 2: Attitude is Everything

Attitude is Everything

Point #1: Your Philosophy Is the Key

Discussion and Reflection:

• How would you describe your attitude?

• How would other people describe your attitude?

• Are you pleased with your attitude? What parts do you like? What parts would you like to change? 

Point #2: How You View Yourself Creates Your Life

Discussion and Reflection:

• Do you feel you have a philosophy? Why or why not?

• Are there times when you are more aware of your philosophy than others? What are they?

• Can you relate to Sage’s story? Why or why not?

Point #3: Change Yourself by Changing Your Philosophy

Discussion and Reflection:

• How did Tamecka view herself when she first arrived at college?

• How did the way she viewed herself affect her college performance? • How did Tamecka change the way she viewed herself?

• Have you had an experience similar to Tamecka’s?

Point #4: What You Think Matters, Too

Discussion and Reflection:

• What was the main change that Tamecka made in how she viewed herself?

• Do you believe your thoughts determine the life you lead? Why or why not? • What are dominant thoughts? Why are they so important?

• How do thoughts determine how you will respond to a situation?

• When something goes wrong in your life, how do you respond? What do you say to yourself?