There are five common hazardous attitudes that negatively impact the safety of flight, these are anti-authority, impulsivity, invulnerability, macho and resignation.
Once a pilot recognizes the hazardous attitude, appropriate antidote can be applied to minimize the impact of the hazardous attitude.
Anti-authority is when pilots don’t like anyone telling them what to do. To counter this attitude, one must follow the rules.
Impulsivity is the when a pilot feels the need to do something quickly, when not warranted. To counter this attitude, think first and not act so fast.
Invulnerability is when a pilot thinks that nothing bad can happen to them. To counter this attitude, one must remember that dangerous situations can happen to anyone.
Macho attitude is when a pilot tries to prove that they can do something for which they are not properly trained. To counter this attitude, remember that taking chances is foolish.
Resignation is when a pilot believes that there is no hope. To counter this attitude, remember that you are not helpless and you can make a difference.
FAA-H-8083-25B Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge pg. 2-4
FAA AC 60-22 Aeronautical Decision Making pg. 11