Why resolutions aren't enough

Resolutions, whether they be to get fit, quit smoking, spend more time with the kids or make a million dollars is more akin to the dream of the night rather than the actions by day. Some think that the mere fact that “I have a resolution” will bring the outcomes they want. We start well and generally fail in dismal fashion. A resolution in any form, whether the current new year’s practice or any other form of resolution, invariably fails without two other ingredients – scheduling and accountability. Resolutions start in the mind yes, but are achieved through daily actions. Basic I know but then again, I am a simple man. Make your resolutions yes, but then..

• take your diary and enter daily or weekly times for the fulfillment of these goals
• ask someone to keep you accountable to your resolutions and talk daily, weekly, monthly - whatever is appropriate
• celebrate small achievements

A final thought… Some think that there is a secret for living the life we want. If you’ve read the book ‘The Secret’ you’ll know that all we have to do is think and focus on things in the realm of the mind and they will actualize in life. This is called the law of attraction. What is missing in the modern sub-culture of the success movement is that of the law of perspiration. Yes, cerebral positivity is essential, but without the follow through in daily actions and choices, life is a series of unachieved wishes.