The Quote of the Day Show | Daily Motivational Talks 2229 | Debra Searle: “Choose Your Attitude.”
Jul 23, 2025
Debra Searle shares her transformative mantra: choose your attitude. After a near-miss with a container ship during her solo Atlantic row, she realized the power of mindset in overcoming adversity. Her journey emphasizes that resilience stems from our choices, and maintaining a positive outlook can lead to success where others might falter. With practical tips like daily affirmations, she inspires listeners to consciously shape their responses to life's challenges.
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Choose Your Attitude Mantra
- Debra Searle shares how after nearly being hit by a container ship while rowing solo across the Atlantic, her friend told her to "choose your attitude."
- She used these words as a daily mantra to keep a positive mindset despite extreme challenges.
Use Triggers to Choose Attitude
- Use visual or audio triggers to remind yourself to consciously pick your attitude each day.
- Debra placed the phrase "choose your attitude" on her cabin hatch and uses the beep of her car to trigger this mindset now.
Morning Commitment to Positivity
- Each morning loudly commit to a positive attitude and list reasons why this attitude benefits you.
- This routine can transform difficult mindsets into optimism and motivation throughout the day.
