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Write It Down, Make It Happen--Health Is No Exception
publication date: Jun 26, 2009
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author/source: Gabriela Rosa
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By Gabriela Rosa
 Good health is a matter of priorities and choice—not mere chance. Of course, to a certain extent, genetics and other factors over which we have less control come into the picture as well. However, their impact in the face of our daily choices and “consenting” exposures is minuscule indeed. There’s a lot of talk about goals and plans and making things happen. The problem is that often that is where it is all left: in the talk. Without proper commitment to an objective, i.e. a specific and measurable goal, we stay in “indecision” – hoping for the best, and when sometimes we fluke it and “the best” suddenly appears, we don’t even recognize it because we didn’t know what it looked like to begin with. 1. Know what you want and you will generally get it. Clarity leads to power. Becoming clear about the things we want is very important, but really there is nothing more important than becoming clear about what optimum health means to you and the value it brings to your life and to other people’s lives. You see, it is only in pursuing optimum health (putting in the effort and prioritizing what is important in your life) that you will be able to be, do and have everything you want. Set your goals. Most importantly, as Henry David Thoreau has advocated, “Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined.” This is only possible when you add motion – in other words ACTION - to the equation. However, in “going confidently”, Thoreau recommends another key concept – perhaps even more important than the first – which is to do it “in the direction of your dreams”. 2. Surely, you don’t plan to fail? You may ask: What does this have to do with my health? Simple. Without a clear plan you are likely to keep going around in circles and never really achieve better health (or anything else) you wish for. If you want more energy, freedom from headaches, weight loss, better skin, easy digestion, a clear head, or whatever it is you desire to achieve in regards to your health – the only way you will achieve this is by setting some clear goals about the actions you will begin – or stop taking – in order to achieve your desired outcome. You will also be forced to clarify to yourself what that picture really looks like. And most likely you will need to get all that information out of your head and finally put it down on paper with clear dates besides each one of the things you are committing to put in place. Keeping yourself accountable or being held accountable by your health coach is what helps you turn your dreams into reality, whether you want to achieve goals for your health or in any other area of your life. 3. The Process An effective system to help you do exactly what you want is paramount. But before you start setting goals, you need to become clear about where you are. Measure on a scale of 0 to 10 (10 being excellent) where you stand in each one of the following areas: health and physical, spiritual, mental, vocational/career, financial, social and familial. Based on this assessment, now you can start to identify where you would like to be and start becoming specific about what that means to you. Let’s use the example that you rate yourself a 2 (out of 10) in the health arena and one of the main issues you identify right now with your health is your energy – even though it is very likely that improving your energy will only bring benefits to you. Before you set any goals, you want to answer a resounding YES to the following questions: 1. Is it really my goal? 2. It is morally correct and fair? 3. Are my short-term goals consistent with my long-term goals? 4. Can I commit myself emotionally to complete the project? 5. Can I visualize myself reaching this goal? Using the energy example, once you’ve answered yes to the above questions you need to get your plan in place. One way to do this is to do the following: Identify The Goal Currently my energy level is at a 3 to 4 and it slumps around lunchtime to a 0 to 1. My goal is to increase my energy level to a consistent 8 to 9. Set a Deadline For Achievement Example: By 30th August, 2009 my energy level will be a consistent 8 to 9. List the Obstacles to Overcome
Identify the People, Groups and Organizations You Need to Work With
List the Skills and the Knowledge Required to Reach Your Goal
Develop a Plan of Action
List the Benefits – What’s In It For Me?
...And the list goes on! When you prioritize the truly important things in your life and consistently put in place steps to achieve optimum health you will find that every other goal and objective you may have becomes a lot easier to attain. Start today and the sky is your limit! About the Author Leading Sydney-based clinical naturopath and natural fertility specialist, Gabriela Rosa publishes the two celebrated ‘Natural Health Booster’ and ‘Natural Fertility Booster’ ezines with 1,000+ subscribers. If you’re ready to optimize your health, well-being and fertility, get your FREE tips now at www.boostyourhealthnow.com or www.boostyourfertilitynow.com. |
