The Top 1% Realized This to Complete Their Goals
Summary
- It's normal to have negative thoughts and feel terrible sometimes, but these feelings shouldn't control your actions.
- Many people struggle with consistency because they let bad days dictate what they do.
- The key is to align your actions with your values and goals, regardless of how you feel.
- On days when I feel bad, I continue with my plans, like telling stories, exercising, attending luncheons, and working on projects.
- The trick is not to question your actions based on your feelings. Keep doing what you set out to do.
- We're often scared of feeling bad because we think it will change our actions, but it doesn't have to.
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How To Take Action
I would suggest implementing a strategy to separate your actions from your feelings. Start by acknowledging that it's okay to have negative thoughts and feel bad sometimes. That’s completely normal. Make a list of your values and goals, and use this as your guide to decide what actions you should take every day, no matter how you feel.
A good way of doing this is by planning your day ahead and sticking to the plan even when you're not feeling your best. For instance, if you have planned to exercise or work on a project, do it regardless of feeling low. Treat these actions like brushing your teeth – you do them because they align with your goals and not because you feel like it.
On tough days, remind yourself that letting feelings dictate actions won't help you reach your goals. Try creating short, positive affirmations you can repeat to push through the bad moments.
To keep it practical and low-cost, you can write your goals on sticky notes and place them where you'll see them often. This serves as a constant reminder to follow through on your commitments.
The key is consistency. If you continue to do what you set out to do, you'll find that feelings often catch up with actions. Soon, you’ll be able to maintain your progress, and your actions will become second nature, independent of your mood.
