– Benjamin Franklin
Change is difficult, change is slow and change is not always lasting. In this time of resolutions that the new year bring's, I say to lighten up on yourself. Don't over resolve to change too much in the next year and to the contrary, simply take stock of the changes you've been able to successfully make already. For the changes you wish to make I advocate keeping them to yourself. Proclaiming them loudly for the world to hear only creates more undue stress on your success.
If you want to make a change in an aspect of your life here are some approaches to consider.
- Write them in a journal or a blog so you can revisit your progress or struggles.
- Keep them quiet and make them yours. Share with only trusted friends.
- Find a reason for the change beyond the obvious. 'Want to loose weight?' Avoid dieting, make a life long change in your eating habits for spritiual or ethical reasons. Maybe go vegetarian or choose to avoid processed foods. You don't have to be Muslim to not eat pork or Hindu to not eat meat.
- Find the good in failure. Don't overgeneralize that everything aspect of an attempt failed. Find some part that worked and dwell on the positive as you regroup.
- Seek professional help. Life coaches, dieticians, physical trainers or a trusted buddy are all great.
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