Every single journey begins with that first step!

Even the huge ones begin with just one step; pretty much a decision to try!

Every single accomplishment does begin with a choice; and that decision to try!

That decision to ‘try’ must be followed by a choice to actually ‘do’ something; a choice of taking action!

Trying .... and taking action; are two very different things! Remember that.

Example: Firstly, try to stand up; and now, actually stand up.

I rest my case ....

It is just too easy to set our sights on achievements that are easily do-able; as that way we are more likely to succeed.

All too often the fear of failure controls our ability to aim high.

Remember that if we do aim for the moon and miss, we still end up amongst the stars!

I have always loved that quote; it just makes sense!

Challenging but realistic! For me it takes away all the pressure of having to reach the moon first go.

 

Someone once said that “words are cheap”; and this message about Well Done being so much better than Well Said – fits into that space nicely.

We all need to stay aware that our words are taken as lightly by any listener as they wish to take them; but our actions are perceived as being something real and tangible to all observers!

Make sure to follow up your words with actions!

And by doing so you will gain the respect of those around you!

And respect is the foundation of ALL good relationships; as they are truly built upon the rock, and not the sand!

 

One of our biggest challenges in life is to believe in SELF!

To believe that we can do whatever we set out to do; and do it well.

So many of us have listened to our critics along the way; and learnt to believe that we are not worthy – nor are we capable! It is time to smash that belief if you are carrying it around with you; smash it - or simply put it down and walk away, leaving it to wallow in its own despair without you to feed it any longer.

Powerful stuff to actually realise this – and then let go of it.

 

Yes .... Attitude is everything!

Well .... almost everything.

If we take a positive attitude; add some faith in self; make some wise choices; and take some definite actions; then we’ve got a huge chance of achieving what we set out to do!

The response to my Coaching Offer has been very pleasing; and to all those who have responded, I will reply to you within the next 24hrs.

I am guessing that there are still a handful of people, who for their own reasons, want to respond, but haven't yet.  C'mon, don't let pride or procrastination get in the way ... this is perfect for you ... and you'll feel so good if you 'quietly' share that information with me.  Now ... perhaps ...

Sometimes, the Answers CAN be So Simple

Over the past year or so I've been getting to know one of my neighbours and his son.

The father - 65, and his son - 32.  They both suffered a great loss nearly two years ago when they lost wife and mother to Motor Neurone Disease.  They've battled with all of the usual roller-coaster ride of emotional turmoil; and have often been drowning in the depths of their individual, and combined grief.

The message today is NOT about the grief and loss, or the heartache and uncertainty experienced by these two men; but it IS about how a neighbour turned into a friend, by reaching out to them and offering them unconditional support,  via a variety of very simple things.

A couple of days ago I posted these words in facebook: "If you want to feel happy, do something for yourself. If you want to feel fulfilled, do something for someone else".

Oh so true!  For quite a while now I've been inviting the Dad to come walking with me; and getting a "no thanks mate" response, until the other day.  He accepted, reluctantly at first, but he still came along for a walk by the beautiful channel which runs past the front of his house.

Persistence does pay off!  And so can simplicity!

We've been for 5 or 6 walks now, and the instant change in how he feels because of that, is a delight to witness.  Pure magic actually!

In the last week he has joined the same gym as me; the same recreation club; changed his whole attitude; and started talking about huge changes to his general lifestyle.  Yes, something as simple as going for a walk, can change someone's life completely, and possibly forever!

So, I get to feel happy 'cos I'm going for my regular walks; and now have the added fulfillment of helping someone else as they walk with me!

In the middle of me writing this story Sue asked me about one of the bathroom wall fittings being loose, and could I please fix it at some stage.  I went and did my best to re-tighten the tiny little screw that held this fitting together; but that didn't work, so I asked one of my neighbours to help me out.

Not a problem he says, and came over straight away.  
He sat on the floor next to the fitting and turned his screwdriver one quarter of a turn, and the fitting was now completely fixed and re-tightened!  Yep, I was only one quarter of a turn away from doing it myself!  If only ... smiling ...

Was I embarassed?  No way .... I got a good laugh out of it actually; but it was another example of 'sometimes, the answers can be simple', and often much more simple and easy than we think!

Stay well and I'll be back soon ...