We have all experienced attempts and failures at creating changes both internally and in our circumstances. This can have negative impacts for us, including being hesitant to try again. The thing is we are changing, either intentionally for better or negatively by default. It seems we have a sort of gravitational pull toward the familiar, even when it is painful. But real change is possible.
Some suggestions for creating change:
Start small. One or two changes at a time. Think each one through carefully.
• How will making this change benefit you and others? This is your motivation.
• What will making this change involve?
• What steps do you need to put in place to make it happen?
• What obstacles do you need to plan for?
• Make sure your steps are reasonable and sustainable.
Record and celebrate your wins. Track the times when you didn’t follow through.
• What prevented the follow-through?
• How can you avoid that situation in the future? Plan for it, then get back on track.
• Forgive yourself and keep going. Avoid letting an attitude of defeat take you down.
• When it gets hard remember your why
Working with a compatible life coach can give you the support, the accountability, insights and encouragement to create lasting change. Let’s talk and see how we would work together to get you the results you want.