I've been in a non-committal relationship with my goals for the past 5 years....
I wrote them [life goals] down, made outlines, flow charts and business plans all in the aim to accomplish them and move my life forward. However, there is one problem I did not commit to them what so ever. To make it worse I ran every time there was a obstacle in the way. Now the funny thing is the fact that I got mad at the fact I was not moving forward. Knowing full well I had not committed to the work to encourage growth in my life, just a viscous cycle I was in. The only benefit I was getting out of it was playing the victim and how long can that role last.
Had this been a relationship with a "good man", he would have left my ass a long time ago. Saying to himself I am glad I dodged that bullet as he accomplishes his goals. With me standing there like what happened playing the victim not accepting the role I had to play in the matter. And the same thing goes for my lack of commitment to my life goals. Lack of commitment kept me from reaching new levels in my life.
Now What?......
First I must force myself to stay the course no matter what. Since my tendency to run when obstacles I need to weather the storm of life. This is going to be a hard one, since my pattern has been to run.
Secondly, I must ask someone I trust to call me and check out my week to week progress on each goal that I set out to accomplish. In that way I am held accountable for my actions or lack there of and if I need help with something, that is the time I can reach out and ask for it. Because, I do not like being called out for lack of effort, this will aid in putting the fire under my ass.
Third, celebrate my accomplishments no matter how small they are. Small wins are wins just the same and help me reach my ultimate goal.
Fourth, do not beat myself up when something does not go according to plan. This will help me stand firm in the storm that life gives you sometimes.
Last, I must remember that this is a long term relationship with my life goals and I must put in the work consistently in order for my life goals to get accomplished.
Yes it sounds easy, now its time to put it into practice. I have set out a few goals for me to accomplish over the next 30-45 days. Hopefully, by me publicly posting it, I will stay committed to them.
Goals for the next 30-45 days
1. Workout at least 4 days a week, and post accountability pics on instagram.
2. Post a 3-5 blogs updating my progress along with my usual blog posts on makeup, natural and dread loc hair styles, etc.
3. Lay out the ground work to create a strong P.T.A. at my daughter's school. ( I am currently P.T.A. President)
4. Follow through on all things that I say I will do.
5. Stay committed to the course.
6. Make jewelry and post the finish looks.
7. Sell my handmade jewelry pieces.
If I stay committed to these goals over the next 45 days. I know major steps mile stones can be made. Its all about the execution.
Lets see how it goes.
Stay Blessed
Afrikah
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