Timing Is Everything

Learning to tell time as a child was very confusing for me. Up to that time, someone else was in charge of what I did and when. It was out of my hands. Besides, time has no value to a child. The supply is seemingly limitless. A child's life has no self-imposed structure or discipline. Everything just flows without much direction. It's very nice, but requires dependence. Learning to determine what time it is helps a child integrate into society as a unique individual.

As adults, time is a determining factor in much of what we do.

I'm not talking about scheduling every minute of the day or week. That's a waste of time! However, having a good sense of where your time goes and what you get for the time currency you spend can help you plan and reach goals, rather than drifting along with a current.

Setting a timeframe for goals imposes discipline and helps you to measure progress.

It helps you avoid the "someday syndrome." You know, "Someday I'll lose weight." "Someday I'll get a better job." "Someday I'll have a good relationship." The trouble with "someday" is it's not on the calendar and therefore never comes. It's like living a fantasy life all the time. Nothing wrong with creative dreaming. You just have to be willing to get to work and make it happen.

For example, if I know I want to lose 10 pounds by June 1st, I can break that into smaller chunks per month or even per week. And I can measure if I am on target or need to up my game to reach the goal. Or maybe I'm ahead of the goal and can revise it to 15 pounds! If I just say I want to lose 10 pounds with no timeframe, I will drift along without a plan and probably end up gaining weight due to lack of discipline or motivation.

What time is it in your life? Is it time to take charge? Time to make a change? Time for an overhaul? Don't waste any more of your time currency on what you don't want. Take a time-out to create a plan and get the tools you need to succeed!

Whatever time it is, having a partner who knows how to keep you on track can enhance your chances of getting to the finish line and reaching your goal. On time.

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Kiki Lynn Renze
Personal Empowerment Partner & Health-Style Coach
KLRCoach@gmail.com
406.599.2452