Create Progress on Your Goals Today

Do you have a project that you’ve been working on but haven’t quite completed? Imagine how good it would feel to complete all the tasks required of you and experience a sense of accomplishment. Some days may be more jam-packed than others, but when you change your mindset and begin taking action, you can overcome any frustrations and achieve your desired results which will leave you relaxed, happy, and energized.

Anxiety and fear can sometimes cause you to delay starting. You can ease the process by remembering why you were excited when you had the idea for your project. Don’t focus on why you may be unable to do your project and start believing you can. It’s not enough to only think positively. Instead, you also prioritize your project and make a daily habit of putting your desired outcome into motion. By being committed and disciplined, you will make progress and ultimately complete what you started.

You can’t just sit there and wait for people to give you that golden dream, you’ve got to get out there and make it happen for yourself. ~Diana Ross

You have the power to achieve what you once thought was impossible and turn what’s in your imagination into your new reality. To begin feeling more positive and kinder towards yourself, start by changing one habit at a time and replacing negative self-talk with positive words of encouragement. For instance, if you want to begin to feel better about money, create a ritual of saying kind things to yourself about money. If you want to feel better about your body image, practice saying kind words and be thankful for all your body does for you.

You can also develop the habit of focusing your attention on positive thoughts and good things daily with practice. Negative thoughts tend to drift away when your attention is positive, focused, and value centered. When a negative thought creeps in, take charge, and change the thought into a positive one. Making this a habit can lower your stress levels. You will feel a greater sense of inner peace and happiness by consistently dedicating yourself to this practice.

Words and the thoughts behind them are powerful. We all should be mindful of the words we speak to one another and our own internal dialog. For example, some empowering, wealth-related affirmations that have worked well for me are below (you can substitute the topic). Let them sink into your mind when the subject of money comes up. Close your eyes. Say each affirmation three times.

• I am in complete control over my thoughts about money.
• I am taking care of money, and money will take care of me.
• I am willing to think positively about money every day.
• I am an excellent money manager.
• I make the right choices about my money precisely at the right time.

Practice daily for a week or two, and notice how your thoughts change as you use these every day. For more wealth affirmations and more ways how to implement a powerful wealth building mindset and put in place simple reliable strategies that will help you Grow Your Wealth check out my Wealth Made Simple eCourse here.

It’s a choice to be positive and is well worth the effort. Decide now to create change in your life, and you will find that the changes you make compound over time. Once you create new positive habits as part of a daily routine, they become automatic and ingrained in everything you do and will feel natural and require less effort as time goes on. Small, simple steps consistent with discipline are key to achieving what you want in your life. These simple tips I’m sharing with you below will help you create progress on your goals today.

7 Tips to Create Progress on Your Goals Today

1. Find what excites you and do more of what makes you happy. If you like to write, then spend time writing each day. If you like music, then listen to music each day. If you like nature, go for a walk each day.
2. Focus on the process, not on the results. Be disciplined, taking a step toward what you want to achieve. Don’t worry about the outcome but embrace and be proud of your progress.
3. Choose what aligns with your overall goals. Review what you do over and over. Eliminate one item today that you are not getting the results you desire.
4. Be interested in what others have to say. Learn from them. Ask questions and for feedback without taking what is said personally. Be a continuous learner.
5. Surround yourself with positive people.
6. Have an accountability partner. Find a coach or partner to support, encourage, and inspire you to achieve your goals.
7. Learn to pace yourself. Take more frequent breaks to energize and rejuvenate yourself. You will relax, feel rested, and improve your focus.

By being gentle and kinder to yourself, you can transform your life and cultivate a more positive mindset. Being mindful of your negative thoughts and actively working to replace them with more positive ones can add up and have a significant impact on your overall well-being. So why not start today and commit to prioritizing your own self-care and personal growth? With patience, daily action, and a dose of self-kindness, anything is possible.

Bonnie S. Gortler

Bonnie Gortler, a Consultant, Coach, and Author, is a Wealth & Well-Being expert with over 35 years of experience in managing multi-million-dollar client portfolios at a top-rated investment firm. As the author of Journey to Wealth, Bonnie is dedicated to teaching the importance of risk management and achieving true financial well-being by integrating both the technical and mental aspects of investing. With an M.B.A. and certification as a life coach, Bonnie combines her passion for coaching, consulting, and blogging to inspire people globally. Her powerful techniques and winning mindset help others experience personal growth and financial success. Explore wealth-building tips, personal development strategies, and more at BonnieGortler.com, and discover how you can enhance your wealth and well-being.  


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