Some Cave In; Some Bounce Back
There are always people that at the first signs of stress or pressure cave in to the circumstances around them. They immediately throw in the towel and give up. There are also people that when the going gets tough, keep going and get better. What is it that sets these types of people apart?
The true answer is that those who don't have enough fight left in them to stay in the fight, didn't have a good enough reason to be in the fight in the first place. Did you catch that? In other words, their why wasn't big enough.
The players in the game of life who come to bat expecting the home run, even when they are down and out are dramatically able to visualize their "why" or their reason for doing things in every circumstance. They are committed to their purpose and whether that purpose is to win a baseball game or make a million dollars.nothing is worth giving it up!
Have a Compelling Reason
The why's or in other words the reasons you want to achieve things is the biggest and most compelling reason you will have to strive towards your goals. If you are starting a business venture that takes a lot of time and energy then in order to keep at it you have to create reasons that resonate with your deepest desires otherwise your commitment, tenacity and determination will easily stall out mid stream.
If your reason for wanting more is simply to make your life a little easier, to improve the living conditions your presently have chances are you will not be able to hold out for the long run. Your "why" will not have enough meaning to move you forward. Once you acquire the things in life that you wanted or set out for you will have little left to gain so giving up will be easier. Even with more time on your hands and comforts you will become bored and les motivated.
While material possessions are of great importance they cant be the only element that fuels your "why." Once you get all the things you want, your purpose will be gone and with it, your drive and determination. Think outside of the box and make reasons that are compelling on your various levels of existence so you will never run out of reasons to keep your nose to the grindstone. Set high goals that are inclusive of not just vacations, but the reasons "why" you want those vacations as well.
There is a phenomenon that exists among people who retire young. Studies indicate that many people who retire at age 55 double their risk of an early death than those who work well into their 60's. The main reason for this is that with the early retirement and no compelling reasons to live they lose their purpose in life.
How to Know if Your Why is Big Enough
You may be reading this article because you have started a few online businesses, but when they didn't take off like you thought they should, you quit.
If your why's are not up to par then you wont succeed. Your why's have to be relevant to significant areas of your life that truly resonate with your deepest passion and intention.otherwise you are headed for trouble.
If your why isn't big enough to drive you to do something significant with your life, then you probably won't! You may start, but you seldom finish.
Look for the Signs.
Below is a list of possible signs that your why may not be strong enough:
procrastination embarrassment self-doubt indecisiveness confusion fear of making mistakes fear of failure apathy all talk; no action inconsistent in actions
In the words of Jim Rohn
"When you know what you want, and want it bad enough you will find a way to get it"
That is quite possibly the best way to understand the importance of your 'why' or reason for wanting to be successful, and wealthy.
Excuses Fade Away
Making excuses is another way of not taking responsibility for your actions and thoughts. Starting today keep a journal of all the meaningful changes you want to see in your life. Include the small and the large changes and use this self written guide as motivation. As you connect to your reasons you will no longer be able to make excuses for yourself and your actions and will take the responsibility to making your dreams come true.
Take time today to write down your driving motivation for the changes you want to see happen in your life. Don't put it off. Once you are directly connected to your why, all your excuses will lose their power over you and one by one they will fade away. - 15485
There are always people that at the first signs of stress or pressure cave in to the circumstances around them. They immediately throw in the towel and give up. There are also people that when the going gets tough, keep going and get better. What is it that sets these types of people apart?
The true answer is that those who don't have enough fight left in them to stay in the fight, didn't have a good enough reason to be in the fight in the first place. Did you catch that? In other words, their why wasn't big enough.
The players in the game of life who come to bat expecting the home run, even when they are down and out are dramatically able to visualize their "why" or their reason for doing things in every circumstance. They are committed to their purpose and whether that purpose is to win a baseball game or make a million dollars.nothing is worth giving it up!
Have a Compelling Reason
The why's or in other words the reasons you want to achieve things is the biggest and most compelling reason you will have to strive towards your goals. If you are starting a business venture that takes a lot of time and energy then in order to keep at it you have to create reasons that resonate with your deepest desires otherwise your commitment, tenacity and determination will easily stall out mid stream.
If your reason for wanting more is simply to make your life a little easier, to improve the living conditions your presently have chances are you will not be able to hold out for the long run. Your "why" will not have enough meaning to move you forward. Once you acquire the things in life that you wanted or set out for you will have little left to gain so giving up will be easier. Even with more time on your hands and comforts you will become bored and les motivated.
While material possessions are of great importance they cant be the only element that fuels your "why." Once you get all the things you want, your purpose will be gone and with it, your drive and determination. Think outside of the box and make reasons that are compelling on your various levels of existence so you will never run out of reasons to keep your nose to the grindstone. Set high goals that are inclusive of not just vacations, but the reasons "why" you want those vacations as well.
There is a phenomenon that exists among people who retire young. Studies indicate that many people who retire at age 55 double their risk of an early death than those who work well into their 60's. The main reason for this is that with the early retirement and no compelling reasons to live they lose their purpose in life.
How to Know if Your Why is Big Enough
You may be reading this article because you have started a few online businesses, but when they didn't take off like you thought they should, you quit.
If your why's are not up to par then you wont succeed. Your why's have to be relevant to significant areas of your life that truly resonate with your deepest passion and intention.otherwise you are headed for trouble.
If your why isn't big enough to drive you to do something significant with your life, then you probably won't! You may start, but you seldom finish.
Look for the Signs.
Below is a list of possible signs that your why may not be strong enough:
procrastination embarrassment self-doubt indecisiveness confusion fear of making mistakes fear of failure apathy all talk; no action inconsistent in actions
In the words of Jim Rohn
"When you know what you want, and want it bad enough you will find a way to get it"
That is quite possibly the best way to understand the importance of your 'why' or reason for wanting to be successful, and wealthy.
Excuses Fade Away
Making excuses is another way of not taking responsibility for your actions and thoughts. Starting today keep a journal of all the meaningful changes you want to see in your life. Include the small and the large changes and use this self written guide as motivation. As you connect to your reasons you will no longer be able to make excuses for yourself and your actions and will take the responsibility to making your dreams come true.
Take time today to write down your driving motivation for the changes you want to see happen in your life. Don't put it off. Once you are directly connected to your why, all your excuses will lose their power over you and one by one they will fade away. - 15485
About the Author:
Rob Walcher can be considered as one who has a big why. His why enabled him to become a top income earner in two different direct sales companies in a matter of only 18 months and he has since become known as the Ten-Figure Guru. Rob has subsequently helped hundreds of entrepreneurs achieve their own success. If you want to learn how to connect with your why and work directly with Rob click here
