You Can’t Complete Something Until You Start Something

                     You can’t complete something until you begin something.                                                                

What if, you actually took a first step towards that crucial goal that sits restlessly in your mind, rather than just thinking about it or waiting for divine intervention today?  Would you be more hopeful about your potential for success?  Might that small step produce more energy and confidence?

I would suggest a route that is painless and with a high reward ceiling. There is typically a beginning and an end to any path, which if never stepped upon will offer no opportunity for satisfaction or success.   If you sit long enough in contemplation or apprehension you will only learn to be very good at sitting.

One small step, what might that be you ask?  It could be something as simple as:

·       Putting down your I Pad, Smart Phone etc. and telling someone what your goal is and why it is important to you.

·       Getting off the couch and writing down a value statement regarding the effort you will put forth and identifying the reward waiting at the end of the rainbow.

·        Sitting down and charting the steps you would need to take.

·       Making that first contact to get the ball rolling.

·        Identifying the thoughts that have held you back and asking someone you trust to give you a nudge forward.

·       Researching the information you need to put your plan into action.

·       Asking for help when you’re feeling stuck or overwhelmed by your project.

·       Identifying and gathering the resources that will bring your goal to fruition.

I’m always suspicious when someone tells me they intend to quit smoking next Monday and today is Tuesday. While I believe they are well intended, I know they are negotiating internally and chances are very high that come Monday they will still be puffing away.

 Putting off the challenge of an uncertain quest or reward for another day or week or month may bring some relief but never the emotional rush, sense of achievement and success that comes from an adventure faced and conquered.    

Intentional activity breeds more activity and a more determined you.

Remember

 Your success is determined by your effort!