Question

Consider how attitudes are formed and how they might be changed. Is it possible for individuals to identify counterproductive attitudes and change them? If so, what are some approaches that might work best? Is it possible to help others change negative, counterproductive attitudes as well? Consider how doing this might be different from addressing personal attitude changes. What can be done to make these changes long-lasting? (Note that a discussion of attitudes can relate to a discussion of values as well, which could be extended to business ethics).

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1. Attitudes are formed from the experiences that we get for a long period of an object, place, event, etc. This is due to the constant vibes and stimuli from that particular thing which reshapes our mind and behavior. The best way to change your attitude is to know why you want to change because it is this 'why’ that will drive anyone to their limits.

2. Yes, Counterproductive attitudes can be changed. It requires proper introspection and practice to change the pre-formed attitudes. We need to see things differently and have to change our perception to get hold of new habits.

3. Approaches to change our attitudes are

Ø Change our perspective towards others.

Ø Increasing will power.

Ø Express gratitude.

Ø Understand the purpose.

4. Yes, we can change the negative and counterproductive attitudes of others.

5. It will be different in many ways. At first we need to check the behavioral patterns of the person and make him understand the situations and how to act upon them. We can suggest the necessary rectifications.

6. Daily practice will have long-lasting impacts.