Being able to decide means being able to change!
Everyone knows that to get new outcomes, we must modify our behaviour, but we must also recognise that all our actions come from our decisions: to decide is to change.
Again, we cannot always control circumstances, but we can control our thoughts, beliefs, feelings, and reactions. Never forget that life offers fresh choices every instant, whether we embrace them or not. We choose these options and their consequences.
Most people forget they may chose. Our fate depends on our choices, not circumstances. Your lifestyle reflects who you are, what you want to achieve, who you associate with, what you learn or don't learn, what beliefs you hold, whether you persevere or give up, whether you get married, have children, eat a certain way, smoke, or drink.
These decisions literally shaped your life. You must decide what you value, what you will do, and what commitments you are willing to make to improve your situation.
When I say decision, I mean deliberate choice. Most individuals say, “Okay, I've decided to lose weight,” but they think vaguely. They simply say, "I wish I were thinner." We make a decision when we focus on our aim, ignore all other possibilities, and don't doubt ourselves.
You know that some people were born under a lucky star: their parents were rich and they grew up in privileged environments; nature seemed to have given them good health and a strong constitution; and their every need was met. These same people can become obese, frustrated, and drug-addicted.
It is also common to read about or meet people who, despite all odds, have conquered all difficulties and surpassed themselves after making life-changing decisions. Today, they symbolise the invincibility and might of the human spirit.
How do these extraordinary people succeed? Everyone reached a point where they had enough and wanted just the best in life. Transforming their lives was their choice.
A real choice is the only way to transform your life. Really deciding means
Concrete decisions are not houses of cards. We follow a plan to the letter. We know what we want. Awareness increases action power.
Three important decisions are made daily by those who overcome stronger forces and succeed. They decide:
All human growth begins with a choice. What are you putting off? How can you enhance your life?
Changing cigarettes and booze with running, reading, or waking up earlier and being positive may help. Or stop blaming others and think about what you can do every day to improve your circumstances.
Or start looking for a new job by committing to become indispensible. Consider studying and gaining new skills. You could even spend more time with family and friends.
Make two resolutions that you will keep no matter what. Make an easy-to-keep vow to yourself or others. Make such a decision and act to prove to yourself that you can make bigger decisions than this first one. Your “decision-making muscles” will strengthen!
Make another resolution that motivates you and takes even more determination! Tell your family and friends, then enjoy keeping your word.