See, it's how you get there that counts. If you're miserable during entire trip, you're going to be miserable when you get to where you're going. I've had too many road trips where everyone in car was cranky during entire ride and as soon as we got to our last stop, crankiness only continued on. Sure we were glad to get there but only because we were finally there and able to get out of car. We were just glad trip was over and still quite a bit cranky too.

But when road trip is smooth and fun with no accidents or construction or any mishaps, not only are you happy during ride but you're ecstatic when you get to your final stop. You're not as tired and worn out as you would have been if it were a bad trip.

It's same thing with your goals. You're more appreciative of achieving your goals if you have fun with it while you're working on it. So enjoy ride, have fun and there will be a lot more satisfaction when you reach your goals.

3.Commit to your vision. Nothing happens without action. The same is true for making your vision a reality. With your vision and your identity clear, you now must take steps that will positively impact your life and transform you into person you have chosen to be. When you commit to your vision you take daily steps that will bring you to your goal. Daily reflection upon your vision is necessary for achievement. Some people choose to find photos that remind them of their vision, and they reflect on pictures daily; others prefer to read or recite affirmations that help them connect to precisely what they want in life. For example, if your goal is to finally shed those extra pounds, you could find photos of swimsuit you’d like to wear this summer or you could remind yourself each day that “I am a healthy individual who is at my ideal weight.” When mind can envision new you, body will be more eager to do what’s necessary to achieve desired result. The mind does not know difference between real or imagined. Why not create an empowering reality? Finally, give yourself checkpoints so you can assess your transformation process. Regularly ask yourself questions such as, “What is different in my life now compared to one month ago?” “What steps am I currently taking to help me become person I want to be?” and “What can I do to bring my vision closer?” If possible, have an accountability buddy who asks these questions for you, who helps point out ways that you may be sabotaging yourself, and who reveals ways that are serving you to bring your future to you today.

Your Future Awaits Simply stating goals is not enough to change your life. You must also decide what your ideal future looks like, what qualities you need to attain it, and finally what daily steps will bring you to your desired outcome. Without such a plan, you’ll have nothing concrete to run towards and you’ll be content to stay where you are. By following this simple three-step process you can ditch Monday morning resolutions and create life of your dreams today. Then, instead of hitting two-month mark and wondering, “What happened to my goals?” you can further challenge yourself and ask, “What’s next for my life?”

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