Behaviour is more important than attitude


AN individual, community or a nation that is constantly dependent on, in need of, or, worse, yearns for extrinsic motivation to make things happen can never be successful.

Yes, having a positive attitude is important, and we spend a lot of resources to motivate people. But it is crucial to have a clear distinction between attitude and behaviour. Attitude is a mental state, behaviour is about actual practice. Attitude focuses on intentions; behaviour pays attention to outcomes and performance.

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