Four Barriers to Positive Change
How many times have you read or heard about a great idea—something you thought would improve your life—but never put it into practice?
Why do we do this? Why do we neglect to put into practice something we believe would benefit us?
One reason is that putting ideas into practice is hard work. We barely have sufficient time to read books so how are we supposed to find time to practice the ideas contained therein?
Ultimately, any excuses we give for not implementing ideas that have the potential to better our lives is just that: an excuse. And we’re the only ones who lose. We lose when we don’t make dietary and lifestyle changes that we know will enhance our physical well being. We lose when we procrastinate making that home improvement that will make our lives more convenient and enjoyable. We lose when we don’t change our destructive behaviors to bring harmony and greater joy and love to our relationships.
Why don’t we do what we believe is in our best interest? Here are several blocks that come to mind:
1) Lack of Self-Discipline: Most of us are severely lacking in this virtue. It doesn’t serve us to blame society or our parents. Taking full responsibility is the only solution when it comes to self-discipline. By putting your intention on being more proactive with positive change, over time, your inner discipline will strengthen.
2) No Commitment to Growth: Closely tied to self-discipline, a deep commitment to improve oneself and the lives of others is required for change. When you become resolute—when you’re committed to growing and becoming more no matter what—progress begins to unfold of its own.
3) Excuses: The beliefs that “I can’t” or “I don’t have time” have to be set aside. The reality is we do have time to make the change IF it’s important enough to us. Oftentimes it’s simply a matter of values and priorities. We get done what we decide we must.
4) Resistance: Most of us have an innate resistance to self-practices that lead to inner growth. Why? Unconscious fear. Even though we intellectually know we can become more, we are comfortable with who we are now. The known is familiar and comfortable; the unknown while exciting at times is more often frightening.
We’re often so busy getting on with life that we don’t invest time in contemplating and reflecting on the meaning and significance of what we’re doing and who we are becoming. Make the progression toward positive change is a must; change is closer than you think.
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