It's true, resolutions without results are worthless.  If you find yourself resolving to make the same changes as you did at the beginning of this year, or even more troubling..., the same changes from the year before that then your resolutions have become worthless.  In fact one might even say they've become detrimental to your long term sanity and success.  As Einstein once said, "doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results is the definition of insanity".  So, rather than sitting their nodding your head and gnashing your teeth, take this chance to make a permanent change in the way you start your New  Year and reach for results. 

That's right, stop reciting out dated resolutions and start putting a plan of action into affect that will give you the real results you are looking for.  If you are still struggling with finding the proper motivation to propel you forward consider finding help.  Get a mentor, a partner or a coach to give you the confidence and direction you need to move forward.  You may even consider joining a group of people who can help motivate you through accountability and encouragement.   

The best thing you can do is FOCUS on finding solutions and commit to starting each day of the New Year asking yourself what one thing can I do today to reach my goals?  Once you find the answer get out, get moving and take action.  Lean on the  success of having taken the first step and let the momentum carry you through to victory!
 
Respect Yourself 12/12/2010
 
Wish you could get some respect?  Just remember, no one likes spending time around a "poor me".  If you want people to care about and respect you - you need to respect yourself.  Everyone has challenges in life and if you find yourself constantly regurgitating yours then you may soon find people avoiding spending time in your company.

If you want to move forward in life and feel good doing it try taking one step toward making a change.  When you shift your perspective from complaining to changing you draw to you the people, places, opportunities and tools needed for real success.  Conversely, if you continue to bemoan and retell the tragedies and injustices you feel you've suffered you will continue to draw similar circumstances and experiences into your life. 

Next time you find yourself wishing people would listen, pay attention, or care about you - ask yourself if you have been doing your part in taking care of yourself.  If so, chances are you'll find people who are eager to lend a hand in helping you reach for your dreams.  The first step is finding self-respect so do what it takes to make yourself proud each day and soon you'll be able to respect yourself.