Over and over again clients will say they are doing everything they can and still they are not seeing results.  Can this be true?   Is it normal or even possible, for anyone to be fulfilling all the requirements for making a positive change and really not getting results?  In some cases, yes.  Still, this answer must be qualified.  What are the actual requirements to create a change in health, habits, lifestyle or relationshi

1. The first, and maybe the most important is to really want to do it.   You may be thinking, “Of Course, I want it”…but that does not mean you really want it.   Do you want it badly enough to commit to the process even when it is uncomfortable?  Experience shows a large percentage of people do not want to make that change.   Most people want to make a change that will come easily to them without having to do the work.

2. That work begins with a serious self assessment. There is no way to change the outcome of our habits unless we first admit we have habits to change.  Whether these habits are poor eating and nutritional patterns,  lack of exercise, poor posture, negative attitudes, acting without thinking things through  etc.   It is the exceptional person who will look at the situation, be it job, family, health or relationship and choose to start with the admission of  “I made the choices that led to this situation.  How can I identify them?”

3. Find a coach. No matter what to goal, no matter how well we think we know our  “issues”, it is always worthwhile to find an expert and get their input.  Even if it only a one time consultation to be sure the correct actions are in place, get the input.   Isn’t it a little crazy t leave the solution to the person who created the problem?

4. One thing a coach may help with is the ability to set realistic expectations.  It’s very natural to think that the correction will be a “snap”.  But, in reality, real change requires patience and knowledge about the time it will take for the effects of any action to be realized

5. Then, of course, there are those who are very willing to seek out an expert but are totally unwilling to follow their advice. In fact, these people ask everyone for advice and don’t listen to anyone.

6. Create a measurement tool. Before any program  can begin there must be a tracking system in place.  A rocket can not be launched without direction, a course chart and a timetable and expect to reach its’ destination at all, never mind intact and on time.

7. Stay with the program.  Even plans that start well are likely to hit a snag.  Get excited about it.  This is the opportunity to make the most significant long term changes.  Think about it.  If you are a fireman, it’s not about simply dousing the small fire and then running out when the blaze is roaring.  It’s about staying in there when the going gets tough.

These are the 7 keys to complete success.

Thanks to everyone that joined us at the Health Fair yesterday…. Hoping all that  attended were able to take advantage of the free medical screenings offered by NHMC AND registered to win free tickets to THE CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL coming to the Senior Center next Weekend! Good luck to those that did as being there would be a GREAT TREAT in itself. Make sure to continue looking for dates and times regarding the newly tapped segments of “Being with Grace”  and call (910) 231-8046 to RSVP your space for the “Mind, Body, & Holy Spirit” classes.

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