Tina Cassidy

What Are They and Where Can I Find Some?



Posted: Monday, July 13, 2009

by
Calgary Life Coach

As an experienced life coach in Calgary I frequently have clients trying to change habits. Unlike a trendy pair of shoes, I can't just buy myself a pre-packaged "New and Improved Set of Success Habits," so where do I find them? The habits that shape us are of our own design. Everyday there are hundreds of routines we complete automatically. In fact, psychologists say that up to 90% of our behavior is habitual. This is a good-bad thing: our habits let us maneuver on auto-pilot allowing us to accomplish more in day. However, if we completely behave unconscious to our habits; then we may be choosing habits that are moving us away from our dreams rather than toward them.

Your current habits are producing your current lifestyle. If you are leading a life that is successful in all areas family and personal relationships, career, finances, etc.; then you have a handle on Success Habits! Most of us though have at least one area we are aiming to improve in our lives.

Recently I met a woman who said, "Every time I set goals, I break them! I can never hold myself accountable." On further inquiry it came to light she had never actually gotten to the "goal setting stage" where she had clearly defined, written, and measurable goals. In fact, she was just working with a "Wish List." Now everybody needs a "Wish List" and ultimately, this is the first step in setting goals. However, to achieve our dreams and goals, we need to move beyond a "Wish List."

So why do so many people never get beyond just wishing for a better life? As described by Brian Tracey, author and goal-setting expert, there are four main reasons why people never get around to setting goals:

  1. They do not realize the incredible benefits of having written, specific, and measurable goals.
  2. They do now know how to set goals.
  3. They fear failure.
  4. They fear they will be rejected.
Just think, if your habits run your life, and your goals focus you on creating successful habits, then it is critical for your success and happiness to set goals. Recognizing where you are at with this process is a step in the right direction. If you have not set goals for 2009 then take the time now to do so. If you need assistance, contact me and I will send you a powerful goal setting process. If you have already set goals, but have fallen off the New Year's Resolution wagon, get back on! Take the time to create the plan that will achieve your goals and start following that plan today!

For more information visit me at http://Calgary Life Coach

As a personal life coach, author, and facilitator with over 15 years experience in the training and development field, Tina's purpose is to creatively empower others to live vibrant and fulfilled lives sharing their passions and gifts with others.
 
Recently released her new book "Stop Holding Back"  available both in soft cover and e-book formats.
 
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