Personal Growth Cafe – Page 146 – Empowering You to Live Your Inspired Vision!

December 7, 2017

How Small Achievements Lead to Big Success

People dream big all the time. But it’s the people that take action to reach their goals that truly succeed in life.

It’s a huge task to take on, but when you break down your journey into simple steps, anything is achievable.

Decide on your goal and follow through, it really can be as simple as that.

The Big Picture

It truly doesn’t matter what your goal is, you can achieve it by combining the will to succeed with action.

There are many possible excuses and many people that will try to bring you down, it’s just the way life.

While these things may not change, your attitude can.

The first thing you need to do is create a personal definition of success. What are you trying to do? What is your ultimate goal?

Remember, the answer can be anything your heart desires.

Maybe you want to start a video game development business, or maybe you want to be an Olympic swimmer.

Everyone is different, but it’s important to have a well-defined goal.

Don’t be afraid to be specific and to list a goal even if you’re lacking the confidence to achieve it.

The Process

After you have your definition of success, it’s time to break it down and make it happen.

Success will happen just by completing one small task at a time from your plan.

Let’s say your ultimate goal is to own a video game development business.

You currently work at a dead end job and you have little revenue to use towards your goal, so you assume it’ll never happen and you just go about your day.

But what if you took just 20 minutes each day and worked toward your goal?

Here are some of the things you might accomplish:

You can research how much money it would take to start up your business.

You can learn the ins and outs of the industry by reviewing different courses and training programs.

You can make appointment to meet with banks or companies as potential investors.

You can contact independent game developers that may be willing to take on extra work at a reasonable cost.

You can research and formulate marketing tactics.

You can create a 5-year plan.

While the business entails a great deal more than these 6 steps, you get the idea of what it means to break down a huge task into smaller parts.

If you don’t break it down, it’ll seem too overwhelming and you won’t even know where to start – so you won’t get started at all!

But when you decide to spend a little time on a small project, like researching marketing tactics and saving some web links, that’s definitely something you can accomplish in an afternoon.

And it brings you one step closer to your goal.

Something Is Always Better Than Nothing

You now know that some action is always better than no action towards your goal. It may sound trite, but you’ll never get there if you don’t try.

Just think of how far along you might be if you spend 20 minutes a day on your goal for a whole year. That’s a great deal of small, manageable projects!

You owe it to yourself to make your dreams come true, so go get started!

What does success mean to you?

What keeps you focused on your goals?

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December 6, 2017

Holiday Dieting Tips – How to Have Fun and Stay Healthy

The holidays are a special time for all, and you should take the time to indulge yourself.

However, at the same time you should keep your health in mind because it’s easy to be tempted into going overboard.

It all starts with Halloween and all the extra treats that are lingering in your candy bowl.

Then we’re lead into Thanksgiving, where the average person will ingest over 3 times the number of calories that they should be eating, or even more.

Then the winter holidays come along. Family togetherness usually equals lots of snacking and appetizers and big meals.

Also, don’t forget all the baked treats! Can you eat all of these things? The answer is yes, but in moderation.

Follow these tips to help you stay in control of your fork:

Go in with a Plan. Before you put yourself into temptation, tell yourself how much you’re allowed to eat.

In the weeks following Halloween, save yourself 10 pieces of candy to eat. Give the rest away to coworkers and neighbors.

For Thanksgiving and other family holidays, allow yourself to indulge on one item such as the appetizers or the dessert – not both.

Don’t Be Too Strict. While you may be tempted to be tough on yourself during other times of the year, the holidays are a time you should allow for some relaxation from the strict behavior.

Don’t try to get through entire evenings without enjoying any of the food. The starvation diet only works for so long until you fail and over-consume.

Work on your moderation skills instead.

Don’t Punish Yourself. Everyone makes mistakes. If you do slip up and overeat one day, in the long run it won’t make much of a difference.

Just tell yourself that you’ll try harder next time. Don’t be tempted to just give up and continue the poor eating decisions.

It’s when you have many bad days in a row that you can ruin a good diet plan.

Watch the Alcohol Intake. It’s true; alcohol usually flows freely at holiday events. You can indulge yourself here as well.

While you may be able to get away with having a few drinks spread out over the evening, remember that the calories add up.

Consider alternating between alcoholic drinks and pure, refreshing water.

Wear Tight Fitting Clothes. If you have some issues controlling your holiday behaviors, consider wearing some tight fitting clothes.

Don’t make yourself too uncomfortable, but at the same time you’ll want to feel the reminder if you begin to eat too much.

Plan Healthy Meals. If you’re hosting any of the holiday events, consider going with some healthier alternatives to some popular meals.

Healthy doesn’t always mean bland or unappealing. Get creative and try some new recipes.

Remember to Take Breaks. During a long evening with family and friends, sometimes you’ll lose track of your eating habits.

Make it a point to take breaks where you know there isn’t a plate or a drink in your hand. Concentrate on the conversations you’re having instead.

Eat Before You Go. If you’re off to a holiday event at someone else’s house, eat something healthy before you leave.

This is especially important if you know you’ll be tempted by all the unhealthy treats that’ll be available.

If you aren’t particularly hungry when you show up, you won’t feel such an urge to begin eating.

Just remember to have a good time! If you’re bummed about not getting to eat everything that you want, concentrate on all the other aspects of the holidays.

There are many other fun activities to engage in that don’t involve eating!

How do you feel during holidays?

How can you make your holidays more healthy and fun?

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December 6, 2017

I avoid focusing on the trees so I don’t lose sight of the lush, beautiful forest before me.

December 6, 2017

To fly, we have to have resistance. – Maya Lin

December 6, 2017

The price is what you pay, the value is what you receive. – Anonymous

December 5, 2017

Expect the Unexpected – Creating a Plan B for Greater Financial Security

Now more than ever, it’s important to secure your financial future. If the chips are ever down, you’ll at least have a plan to turn to for help.

It’s true that you should put your whole heart in your main source of income.

When you work hard enough with a drive to succeed, nothing will keep you away from that success.

However, unexpected circumstances come into play every so often, so you may need to divert to Plan B temporarily.

Here are some ideas for building a rock-solid Plan B:

Develop Multiple Streams of Income. When your main stream of income is sufficient to sustain your family, you may be tempted to rely on that income alone.

However, it’s always a good idea to insulate and supplement that income.

You may think you don’t absolutely need the money, but you can always save for future unexpected expenses.

Look for other opportunities for side jobs in your field

Turn a hobby into a money maker

Consider wise investments to grow money faster

Add to Your Savings. You’ll need to realize that even small contributions will add up to something big before you know it.

Shop around for a high yield savings account. Tell yourself that you’ll add a fixed amount to the fund each month.

Have an automatic withdrawal every month even if you can only afford $10 or $25 at a time. Over the long run this really adds up!

Develop Your Skills. Always be on the look out for opportunities to improve your current skill set, or to develop completely new skills.

This will give you back up career opportunities. If you pigeon hole yourself into one set career, you’ll be scrambling if something unexpected happens.

While it’ll still be a bummer if Plan A falls through, it’ll feel so much better when you can launch into Plan B without panicking.

Make Contacts and Establish Good Relationships. You’ve probably heard the saying: “Don’t burn your bridges.”

You truly never know when you might want to walk a certain path, so don’t close any doors hastily.

Also, remain open and make contacts wherever you can.

You might just be hanging out at the gym after work, but you never know what kind of friendship you can drum up, and how that person may be able to help you out in the future.

Write Out Your Plans. It’s vital to maintain a certain amount of organization in your plans.

When establishing your life’s Plan A and Plan B, it’ll really help to write everything down. Have separate lists for your short term and long term financial goals.

Cross off goals as you meet them. This way you’ve got a written reminder of your progress.

If Plan B comes into play, you’ll have written instructions and you won’t have to worry.

Making Wise Choices

When it comes down to deciding what you should do with your money, remember to always invest in some sure bets.

You don’t want to gamble with your money expecting greater gains. Your best bet is to find a middle ground.

Decide on a certain amount of money that automatically goes into a savings account and can’t be touched.

When you have a nest egg for unexpected life events, it gives you time to execute your Plan B.

If you’re lucky enough to have extra cash coming in, you can then decide to be riskier with your financial decisions.

As long as you know you have enough money coming in, it may be worth your time and investment.

Has finances caused you stress in the past?

How can managing your finances properly affect your daily life?

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December 5, 2017

A champions is someone who gets up when he can’t. – Jack Dempsey

December 5, 2017

I live in the current moment and I am prepared to face any obstacles ahead.

I live focused on the current moment because this is the only time that I have to live it.

In each moment, I seize every opportunity I have to have fun and improve myself.

I indulge in a daily celebration of life without regard to things beyond my control.

My mind is set to live each moment of today to the fullest. I treasure today because I am setting myself up for a life free from regrets.

When I look back at today, I feel proud of my choices and decisions.

I ignore distractions in order to be present in my life. I choose to take an active role in the direction my life is headed.

I am fully living life, instead of allowing life to happen to me.

Being focused helps me to adequately prepare myself for the future.

When I am organized, I conserve my energy for more important things in life. Armed with a plan, I can overcome any obstacle ahead.

I am surrounded by peace like a morning breeze on a cool autumn morning.

As the seasons of life change like the color of the leaves, I rest assured that I can handle anything that comes my way.

Yesterday is my teacher, today is my opportunity, and tomorrow is my destiny.

Today, I remain focused on what is before me and I embrace the future with great expectation. I let go of insecurity and allow peace to take over me.

What reasons do you have to celebrate today?

Are you paying enough attention to the things that matter in your life?

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December 5, 2017

Always do right. This will gratify some and astonish the rest. – Mark Twain

December 5, 2017March 5, 2018

I fill my mind with powerful thoughts.

My mind is the design center of my reality. When I fill my mind with powerful thoughts, I keep myself from shallow and worthless opinions.

The blueprint for my character is marked by compelling depth because I allow powerful thoughts in my mind.

My mind preserves knowledge and retains wisdom so I can shape my actions according to the understanding that I possess.

My actions and words are the unequivocal evidence of what I harbor inside my mind.

I remove negative thoughts from my mental archives in order to fill my mind with positivity.

When my mind is filled with substance, I am able to expel weakness from my thought life.

My thoughts promote prosperity in every area of my life.

I enjoy reading the works of wise men and women in order to glean knowledge from them.

Whenever I read or hear an inspiring quote, I write it down so I may recall it at a later time.

My mind is so full of powerful thoughts that, whenever I am faced with a difficult situation, I can affirm myself with the knowledge that I hold.

I can trust myself as my own counselor in times of trouble because I am filled with hope.

Today, I am giving superior value to the power of my thoughts.

I am filling my mind with powerful thoughts by stirring up memories of lessons learned and attracting new knowledge.

My private thoughts are becoming the visible reality of my life.

What does the blueprint of your future look like?

What are your sources of powerful insight?

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