Monday, November 29, 2010

Encouragement: FUTURE Behavior is often a result of PAST Behavior!

Want a better future? Evaluate your past! Often times we repeat cycles that are oblivious to us because we have not revisited our past.  Previous circumstances hinder our current and future decisions because the unawareness of different options that could better us. We have not acknowledged and healed from those past situations or simply did not realize that our plan is not working and we keep trying it.

Do you find yourself asking these questions…Why is my situation not changing? Why can I not seem to move up in areas we want to? When will things get better?

Our past, affects all areas of our lives because we are creatures of habit. So, YES, it affects your Business, Marriage, Relationships, Children, Friendships, your Job and many other areas, but occasionally, we are blind to that because we accept it as a part of “us” or just how our life has came to be, but we DO have the power to change it.

Do you look at your current situation and are confused by everything you are working hard for and still feel stagnant?

Well there is good news..... It can and will change! There are many options to make that change. It may take few tries but DO NOT GIVE UP! Take a look at past decisions. See where the mistake happened or notice where the plan took a wrong turn.  Or in certain cases you may have to return to that hurtful, unfortunate circumstance, that you have put in the back of your mind and be determined to not let it hinder you anymore.  These occurrences all differ in each individual; some are more devastating and emotional.  Other issues in the past may be more light but necessary to improve upon.  Once you address the problem, then you can begin the solution or the process of healing!  This may consist of many things, so don’t count out any positive options!  There are frequently areas we neglect to look at because we do not want to revisit the emotional pain or address the damage caused. In other areas being humble, prideful and getting real with our situation is a challenge. Set attainable goals, which are realistic to your situation. It may require counseling, professional advice or help, feel the pain we never want to feel again, sacrifice of the things we “just have to have”; it may require us to down grade or simply slow down on some areas.  Occasionally, we have to go back a little to get a good running start for that great leap towards our goal. It will not happen overnight, it is a process… so do NOT get discouraged, be consistent, patient, seek helpful sources that best fit you to help you along your journey and watch your life begin to change before your own eyes!