Looking forward and looking back

As the new year starts, we look ahead to the endless possibilities that this year can bring to us. Some of us made new year resolutions and things that we want accomplish or things that we want to improve on. It is a time to make your plans for the future. Like the picture keep your eye ahead on the future and you can look back to the past for remembrance and guidance but don't look back to long or you will loose sight of the future.

So let us take time to make our plans and get organized. What ever your goals are you need to make a plan and get started. Now don't fall for the "diet trap." Most people fail at diets because they are to restricting and they make you feel guilty. So take a different approach to your goals by make mini goals. Make little changes at first then after a while make another change and gradually work your self up. Now everyone has good days and bad days and you will find that one day you just fail. Don't let one set back ruin your plans, you just get back up and get back on track. Don't feel guilty if you need some extra time with one of your goals. Guilt only brings you down, so if you are in a spot you may want to adjust your plan. It is ok for you to ask for help. People may say that you are week if you ask for help but on the contrary it is the opposite. It takes a strong person to admit that they need help, so ask. Ask a loved one or talk to a friend. Social media like Facebook can provide some inspiration to our plans and help you through a rough spot.  

Some people say that the baby step program takes longer but it really does not because it also builds your self confidence in other areas. So take the time and do it at a pace that you can do, but remember to challenge your self too. Take out a calendar and make your schedule. Take time everyday to mentally repeat your goals and what your plans are. This will add to your goal as it will strengthen your resolve to succeed in your goals. Remember to stay positive even if you hit a bump. Just like riding a bike, get your self up and get back on and ride like the wind. Good luck.