For many of us January is a time to
look at changes we want for ourselves. It may be things we want to
improve about our self, habits we would like to break, or new ideas we want to
experience. But where do we start and how do we accomplish these
endeavors?
I have said this many times; I don’t
believe in making resolutions, but suggest you find a plan you can stick with
until you reach your desired goal. It’s as if we believe results will magically
appear even if we don’t put in the work. It is possible to get what we want if
we want it enough. The secret is to plan the result, be consistent and
stick to the strategy.
This may sound familiar. You wanted
to accomplish something and started with a great beginning. Then before you
know it you lose desire, interest, become overwhelmed and give up because it
was too hard.
Here are a few ideas to help with
whatever you desire:
Start a journal to explore your innermost thoughts of what you want to
achieve. Writing will make it more of a commitment on your part.
Once you have the desire in writing, work backwards on how you can reach your
goal.
Take baby steps. If you
decided to run a marathon, you wouldn’t start with ten miles the first
day. You would work up to it by running small distances and build over
time. Work your plan the same way. Each day or week you can add
more and with it comes more confidence.
Find your weaknesses and what will
motivate you to stick to your plan. We all have days we lose
momentum. If you can counter with your motivating self-talk or planned
rewards you will find progress. Remember most of your accomplishments will come
from your internal desire, self-discipline and motivating habit changes.
Make decisions easy. Find
routine to keep you on track. Too many choices can derail your best
intentions. Find what you can to make repetitive actions, so you don’t
have to think about choices. Plan ahead. A good plan is your safety net
when you have a weak moment.
Finally, and most important, know
why you want to make the desired change. If you don’t have a clear vision
of why you want to get it, you cannot stay on track. Having a clear and
specific plan along with knowing why you are doing it will take you a long way
to reach your desired goal. Robin Anne Griffiths is a published author, certified master development coach, personal trainer and behavior change specialist. She works with groups and individuals on life transitions to create personal balance - physically and mentally. www.rechargemezone.com
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