With so many opportunities available to us at every moment, understandably, it may be difficult to make decisions combined with the follow through of commitment.
Let’s just assume for a moment that you have made a decision and are ready to get things DONE!…but also want to stay on track.
Consider using the the four “P’s” of commitment:
The critical first step to take is to identify why this is important to you.
What is your Purpose? Why is is this important to me?
Then ask yourself, what are the steps that need to be taken to accomplish my goal or Planning? Exactly what needs to be done and over what period of time.
Now, put in place the tools needed to implement or Preparation. What are the first steps that I need to take and what tools might be required to begin.
And, when the going get’s tough…keep going- use Perseverance, or go back and re-focus on your purpose. This will aid in your re-experiencing the emotions that you will enjoy while taking the steps towards your goal as well as enjoying the journey.
Lastly, don’t make a career out of this. Spend some time on a walk, silent time in a park or in your living room to determine what your purpose is…your “why”. Then get to work. A little secret…it doesn’t need to be a HUGE thing.
What area of your life have you found that you lacked commitment?
On a scale of 1-10, how important is it to move forward and make a decision or create this new goal?
Describe what would life look like if you committed?