Well, today’s the ninth. How are those New Year’s Resolutions coming along?
If you made any, I bet they’re not looking so flash right now.
Your diet is harder than you thought, your workout routine is a hassle, your savings aren’t growing quite as you hoped…
You had good intentions and you even put a plan together. That’s not nothing, you know.
But it sure as hades isn’t enough. Even I’ll admit Karl Marx had good intentions, even if his dumb ideas killed millions.
What’s going on, then? Are you just weak, pathetic and undisciplined?
Honestly, that’s possible.
But it’s not likely.
Let’s take a peek at your resolutions, shall we? Maybe if I lay them all out if front of you, you’ll spot the problem.
I want to get in shape.
This year, I’m going to exercise every day.
I want more freedom and joy in 2024.
I’m going to save more and spend less.
The world will see my creative spirit.
I’m going to put me first.
It’s time to go back to school so I can win my dream job.
Do you see the problem yet?
It’s all me, me, me. No wonder you’re struggling! Despite what folks will tell you, people aren’t inherently selfish. When you work solely for your own benefit, it’s hard to stay motivated.
Remember – Your Story Isn’t About You. It’s about the people in your life.
How about getting in shape so your girlfriend likes to look at you?
Or you’ll go back to school so you can inspire and provide for your kids?
Or you’ll finally record that album because the people who suffer as you suffered need to know they’re not alone?
Focus on other people. You’ll find your motivation soon enough.
On that topic…
The best way to focus on others is to get out of your own head. When you put your blinders to the side and really listen, people will surprise you.
In some ways, that’s not so easy.
Then again, it’s more about what you don’t do rather than what you do.
See what I mean when you read, reread and apply Your Story Isn’t About You.
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