The Psychology of Winning
Denis Waitley
The 10 Qualities of a Total Winner
Quality 1: Positive Self-Expectancy
"Life is a self fulfilling prophecy. True winners go into every event expecting to win."
Having these expectancy is one way to help psychologically motivate yourself because if you keep telling yourself that you can do it then you will put in even more effort to make that a reality. An example of this is when you are going to an interview to see if you get a dream job of yours. You have to self motivate yourself by telling yourself that you can do it and this positive self-expectancy will make you even more confident so the chances of you getting that job will increase. Psychologically motivating/tricking yourself is a really smart way to increase your chances of success.
Quality 2: Positive Self-Motivation
"True winners dig deep and find motivation inside themselves to get through that tough task or to learn a new skill."
Quality 3: Positive Self-Image
True winners are confident and view themselves as competent, valuable human beings.
To have self-motivation means that you motivate yourself to do whatever you set your mind too. An example of this is when you are too tired to get up in the morning but you convince yourself to get up and do something for the day. The reason why self-motivation is so important is because is no one is around to motivate you then who else is other than yourself. Another example of this is when you want to better yourself as a person whether that is in physical shape or intellectually.
Quality 4: Positive Self-Direction
You gotta have direction if you are going to go anywhere. True winners know where they are going. Their sense of direction comes from the self and not from outside influences like parents or friends.
This is one of the most important things that you have to know because wherever you want to go in life will impact your future dramatically. Sense of direction should be one of the skills you choose to improve on because where you go in life will determinate the type of life style you live. Wherever you want to go should be a place where you can improve and not a place that is for CTW people. Positive self-direction means you only move forward in life and don't take steps back. Self direction should always be forward in a CTR direction
Quality 5: Positive Self-Control
Total winners can sacrifice immediate pleasure for a gain in the future. Delayed gratification is of immense value in reaching your goals.
When you have self control it means that you don't do anything you shouldn't even though you might have the need to do something, but even though it's wrong, You still do not do it. An example of self control is when you go to a buffet. You might feel the urge to eat anything and everything you can but you have to know your limits and not pass them.
Quality 6: Positive Self-Discipline
"You have to discipline yourself or else someone else will discipline you into doing what they want you to do. Total winners have the power to discipline and take control of their lives."
It is important to keep yourself discipline because you have to be responsible for your self and your own actions. An example of positive self discipline is when you go somewhere and you really want to by something but you know you have to save your money up to buy something else. To have self discipline would mean that you don't buy the item that you want because you know that in the long run, you won't have money for what you really need to buy.
Quality 7: Positive Self-Esteem
"Your mood and outlook on life affect the way you see the world and how you interact in it. Total winners are positive, powerful people who make people feel good and provide a good vibe to those around him/her."
When you have a positive self esteem it means that you are confident and you don't doubt yourself. An example in which self-esteem would be important is when you are presenting to a public audience. If you lack that self esteem, it will show and make your presentation appear unprofessional. Self-esteem is also important in job interviews. You are way more likely to be hired if you seem very confident.
Quality 8: Positive Self-Dimension
Quality 9: Positive Self-Awareness
Total winners are aware of their power. They understand that they can be anything with enough effort and determination.
Becoming self-aware is the an early step in the creation of life you want, your future. An example of this quality would be when you are headed to college after you have just graduated from high school. You will need to understand, that there will be a few changes in your life because now you have to control you life without the help of your parents. The quote explains how having self awareness will lead you towards being a champion and I believe that is true because you'll need confidence withing yourself to bring the best out of you into the world.
Quality 10:
Total winners take positive action in their business and with their friends and family. They are uplifting and motivating individuals who inspire the best from themselves and other
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Positive action is when a person takes the steps to help or encourage others in different ways.An example of this quality would be when you attend a parade and stand up for what you believe is right. You have the courage to inspire and be heard. The quote explains how having positive thoughts and actions, will give you positive results. It is important that you know how to be a motivation to others. The word positive means to be clear and definite, so there's no doubting yourself
