baptism by fire »
A change in initial attitude or ideals through a traumatic situation.
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chip on one's shoulder »
A habitually combative attitude, usually because of a harboured grievance, sense of inferiority, or having something to prove.
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every cloud has a silver lining »
In every bad situation there is an element of good1881, National Academy of Code Administration (U.S.), Folio, page 417:Every cloud has a silver lining; but in the old-fashioned meeting-houses every cloud of hymnal melody generally had a nasal lining before the congregation...1887, Shakers, Religion, page 36:that "a little reserve and thou'lt fail surely," will prove to be true in our experience. Every cloud has a silver lining and so has every sorrow,1918, George Jean Nathan, Performing Arts, page 222:But the most popular attitude toward what we may call "sad" plays is the peculiar one of believing that, since every cloud has a silver lining,
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go with the flow »
To act as others are acting, conforming to common behavior patterns with an attitude of calm acceptance.
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heart of gold »
A kind, compassionate, or caring attitude; kindheartedness.
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kindred soul »
Someone with the same feelings or attitudes as oneself; kindred spirit.
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kindred spirit »
Someone with the same feelings or attitudes as oneself.
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middle of the road »
Having a centrist attitude or philosophy; not extreme, especially politically.
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spring in one's step »
Enthusiasm, energy or a positive outlook or cheerful attitude.
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you can catch more flies with honey than with vinegar »
It's easier to persuade others with polite requests and a positive attitude than with rude demands and negativity.
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