Test on Self-Development and Success Principles

Question 1: It is possible to change a person's IQ by changing their self-image.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: The study materials state that 'We can change IQs by changing self-images.'

Question 2: Maxwell Maltz's book Psycho-Cybernetics primarily details how external physical alterations are the sole determinant of an individual's self-image.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: Maxwell Maltz, a plastic surgeon, postulated that we have an exterior image and an inner self-image after observing psychological changes in patients. He wrote 'Psycho-Cybernetics' to explain how everyone has a self-image in their mind, with psycho meaning mind and cybernetics meaning the science of control and communication. The book focuses on the inner self-image, not solely external physical alterations.

Question 3: According to the speaker, what is true regarding changing another person's attitude?

A. It is almost impossible to change another person's attitude directly.

B. The only attitude an individual can change is their own.

C. Management often falls short in dealing with attitudes because they believe it's their responsibility to change others'.

D. Management can effectively change people's attitudes by teaching them about self-worth and their value as a resource.

Explanation: The speaker states that it is almost impossible to change another person's attitude, and 'the only attitude we can change is our own'. However, the speaker also suggests that 'if management arrive at the conclusion, yes it is attitude and let's teach the people something about attitude. Let's teach them something about themself. Let's make them realize that they're worth something, that they're valuable, they're the greatest resource we've got.' This indicates that while direct change is not possible, teaching can encourage attitude improvement. Option 2 is not explicitly stated but is a logical extension of management's common downfall described in the text: 'That's the one thing where management falls down. We can't change people's attitudes.' This implies management sometimes tries to change others directly, leading to failure.

Question 4: According to the study materials, what is essential for training our mind to think positively?

A. Identifying the negative aspects of every situation to better understand the positive.

B. Actively deciding to think or look for the good in every circumstance.

C. Accepting that negative thoughts are inevitable and cannot be changed.

D. Focusing solely on external circumstances rather than internal thought processes.

Explanation: The study materials state, 'You're only gonna think one way at one time. And, we have to train our mind to think or look for the positive or the good in things.' It also mentions that 'As the thought energy flows into our mind, we decide what we're gonna think.'

Question 5: When setting a financial goal, the study materials suggest it is important to be specific about the amount desired, rather than just wanting 'lots of money'.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: The study materials state that if it's money you want, you must be specific about how much, because 'nobody knows how much lots of is'. It advises to 'write down on a card exactly what you want'.