Life tends to throw us all an unexpected blow. For some, those blows seem to come harder, faster. December in New Hampshire can pack it’s own punch. I’ve been knocked on my back a time or two. Just stepping out my front door this morning- fourteen degrees with wind chills that make you wonder if you were somehow transported to Antarctica while you slept- was nearly enough to send me running with my tail between my legs.
What is it that sets those who duck and run apart from those who raise their chin and brace for the next blow? Choice. Everything we do, every step we take is a choice. The difference between those who succeed and those who fail are the choices they make. The difference between the person who chooses to go in to the office early and stay late and the one who does not, is reflected in the success they receive. The person who tries, fails and gives up versus the one who fails and keeps trying is seen in the outcome.
Most important is the attitude we choose to take. Only we have the power to determine our reaction. We allow people to make us angry. We allow situations to make us feel inadequate or worry.
Life as a real estate agent can be an emotional roller coaster. A single day can bring joy, laughter, pain, fear, worry, frustration. Just this morning for instance, a buyer and her agent walked into my listing- mind you, it was very early and VERY cold. These two ladies proceeded to pick apart and laugh- out loud- at different aspects of the property. It was rude, disrespectful. And at this time and temperature one could easily flip the switch from kind to evil bitch. I, by no means, always make the best choices. We could spend a considerable amount of time and enjoy some serious laughter discussing my various poor choices. But we will save that for another day. Today, I chose to take the high road. To keep the smile on my face, my responses light and move happily on my way. I firmly believe our attitude determines what we get out of life. Being kind to the people around you will result, not only in others being kind to you, but will also bring to you a level of respect others might not enjoy.
I have listened to a lot of talk about the reason for different agent’s successes. Some things not so kind. I say, whatever may have happened in the process, you can’t deny them the fact that they didn’t get there without drive, determination and work. They made the choice to do what it took.
Life really is a choice. Attitude really is a choice.
With the right attitude you can do anything!
With the right attitude success, respect AND happiness can be yours!
…and believe me. I have to remind myself often too!
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