5.12.2023 - Dose of Growth
Have you ever found yourself torn between the immediate gratification of relaxation and the commitment to accomplish what you've planned?
Are you the type of person that follows through regardless of circumstances?
Or do you let your emotions control your actions?
Showing up is always more important than how you're feeling in the moment.
Commitment to doing what you said you would is about stepping beyond the fleeting gratification of 'relaxing' and being true to your word.
Let's be clear: Productivity is not about waking up at dawn every day.
Everyone needs extra sleep sometimes, and that's okay.
What matters is how you strategize your day when you do rise a little later.
Identify your objective for the day, then prioritize tasks that will push you to achieve it.
For instance, if your goal is to gain new clients, focus your efforts on client outreach, cold-calling, or content creation
Or, if your goal is to declutter your space, start by assembling your cleaning supplies and systematically removing clutter.
Remember, the aim is to accomplish your daily goal as efficiently as possible without compromising the quality of your effort.
If a task proves more demanding than you initially thought, tackle it with the determination of an athlete gearing up for a big race.
By starting with the most challenging task, you'll make the rest of the tasks seem less daunting and train your brain to recognize your capacity to face difficulties head-on.
What about feelings?
Feelings, while important, shouldn't dictate your actions.
It's natural to have days when you don't feel like tackling challenging tasks.
However, it's during these moments that it's most crucial to take action on what matters.
A day spent watching Netflix or aimlessly scrolling through social media might feel relaxing, but days like these rarely leave you feeling accomplished.
So why let your feelings prevent you from consistently showing up and doing the work?
If you're finding it difficult to outline and pursue your goals, here's a simple framework to guide you:
Define your goals: They can range from finishing a major project to developing a new skill.
Write down the steps required to achieve this goal: For example, if your goal is to finish a long-term project, you might plan to work 2 hours each day on the project and create a project timeline with deadlines.
Break down each step into smaller, manageable tasks.
Commit to completing each step until you achieve your goal.
The key here is commitment.
On the days when motivation wanes, revisit your goal. If it's meaningful enough, it'll reignite your drive and inspire you to get going.
Once you've outlined your plan, consider each task as a non-negotiable appointment in your calendar.
Stay consistent for 6-12 months, and you'll be amazed at how much you've achieved.
Remember, while your feelings are valid and affect your motivation, they shouldn't control your actions.
Learn to recognize and manage these feelings so they can fuel your productivity, not hinder it.
Now, grab a pen and paper or open your note-taking app, and start defining your goals!
Stay committed, manage your feelings wisely, and you'll be on your way to achieving your dreams!
