Change starts with the individual. It’s common for people to say they are going to change the way they eat, exercise more, write the book, etc. It always sounds good but don’t let it stop at talking. Make sure you follow that talk with some action.
We are heading into a new season. Fall has a way of showing us how change can be different yet beautiful at the same time. Depending on where you live, your wardrobe may alter, those sandals at the front door turns into boots and the unconsciousness of grabbing our jackets become common as we make our way out of the door. And just like the season, we change as people, change happens to everyone. Despite what it looks like for you, understand that not everyone will like it, but at some point you have to realize that is their problem and not yours.
So now that we know change is going to happen some may ask how do one change for the better? I say it all starts with thinking, then writing, and lastly making a plan of action. People have over 5,000 thoughts a day and one of those thoughts are typically about your future. How you view things and what you want to change or keep consistent in your life. To make change for the better, write down these things:
What makes you want to change (what is your inner voice telling you)
The things that make you want to get up in the morning (what are you passionate about)
A skill you want to learn, invest how you can obtain that skill (join a class)
Dumping (think about bad habits or people you need to disconnect from)
After you write these things down, read it and write down a plan of action. Give yourself a timeline especially if you have more than one interest, skill you want to learn, bad habits to disconnect from, or what you are passionate about. Also be sure to take a minute to hone in on what makes you want to change. It could be a health scare, your children or your environment.
Making change starts with you and sometimes it has a lot to do with who you have in your life. I cannot stress enough on how we should always take a mental note on who we surround ourselves around. To give you additional insight, if someone is causing you to be anxious when you get off the phone, that’s not a good sign. Someone you are around should motivate you and you should be able to be vulnerable with them without being criticized.
Change is ongoing. If you need assistance on learning more about changing and how to change, it’s imperative to connect with one of our magazine issues. Our digital magazine is always a win for those who are on the go. Also check out our support boxes to help you as you navigate this new journey in your life. Change is going to happen, be sure that it’s for the better!
What are your thoughts about change?
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