Move beyond interest into full commitment

On any given day, you make countless decisions. Some of these choices are minor and do not take much focus on your part. Other choices are vital to your success and happiness.

As Kenneth Blanchard said, "There's a difference between interest and commitment. When you're interested in doing something, you do it only when it's convenient. When you're committed to something, you accept no excuses, only results."

Only committed decisions take you forward. Only committed decisions help you fulfill your goals. But how do we get into this blissful state of accomplishment?

Three steps towards power

The path towards results is simple. All it takes is three steps:

1. Know what you want.
2. Stay focused on your goal.
3. Make a plan and take action.

Any decision is better than none

It's never easy to make a decision. There are so many factors to consider, and it can be hard to know which option is right for you. But indecision is its own kind of decision.

When you can't make up your mind, you're essentially choosing to let someone else control your life. Life will happen with or without your commitment. Any decision is better than no decision at all.

Commit to yourself

Making a committed decision is like making a promise to yourself. It's a way of saying, "I'm going to do this, no matter what."

It's a commitment to your own success. You're saying that you're worth it. You're saying that you're capable of achieving your goals.

This kind of commitment is essential for reaching any goal, big or small. It's the difference between taking action and just dreaming about taking action.

If you've been putting off making a change in your life, now is the time to make a committed decision.

Courage and strength will follow

The power of a committed decision is that it gives you a clear path. You take the first step and the next, and you continue until you reach your goal.

In many ways making a decision is the easy part. It's sticking to that decision that takes courage. With each step, focus on your goal. Look your fears straight in the eye and tell them you have other plans.

Choose to stick to your convictions and you will find all of the courage and strength you need. Armed with a sense of purpose, you will be able to persevere through tough times and come out stronger on the other side.

Take action

Making committed decisions is real hands-on work. It means being fully in your life and working deliberately towards change.

Being committed to your decisions gives you the courage and strength to plan concrete action. Step by step you get closer to success and happiness.

As global visionary leader, Marcia Wieder, said, "Commitment leads to action. Action brings your dream closer."

It is in your hands

If you've been feeling immobilized by indecision or overwhelmed by your circumstances, it can be hard to move forward. Even if you know what you want, you may hesitate to commit for fear of making the wrong choice.

Now is the time to let go of fear and embrace life. The power to change your life for the better lies in your hands. All you need is the courage to commit.

Call to Action

At this moment in your life, what change do you yearn for the most?

There you have it: step one. Now, commit to yourself, stay focused on your goal, and turn desire into action.

Let us know how it goes. At the UpCloseTeam, we love hearing from you.

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