OMG, I just can’t seem to get going today… I can’t get anything done.
And I don’t know why! Uggh!
Have you ever felt that way. I have had that feeling more times than I’d like to admit.
My friend and I were having a conversation just the other day. We were talking about being in the right frame of mind to progress ourselves towards our goals.
To be able to properly focus in order to get the things done consistently and move us towards to where we want to go; whether it’s for your health and wellness, personal growth, family, business or relationships.
We talked about being “In The Zone”. Now that’s a term most of us have heard. It’s about being in that “sweet spot” that has our brain thinking inline with what our goals are and getting a lot done; almost automatically.
I will get to how I get focused in just a minute.
Most times, when I am having a tough day, it’s because I either have too much on my plate and I don’t know where to start or that I don’t have much on my plate at all. But, very often, with these busy times, not having enough to do is rare.
When we get the feeling that we don’t know where to start, it can literally “paralyze” us into not doing anything at all. This can have us “stall out” and prevent us from productive activity for hours, days, weeks and, yes, even years.
In the worst case you can get into a negative cycle that perpetuates itself that prevents you from moving forward, at all. It stops you from progressing, until you can break the cycle.
The negative cycle usually starts when we lose site of what our goals are or we start a negative cycle of thoughts. Thoughts like:
“I can’t do anything”
“I don’t know what to do”
“I’m always in pain”
“Nobody believes in me”
“I couldn’t possibly do that..”
“What if I try and I fail”
Sounds tough and depressing doesn’t it. It is an easy trap to fall into to and a challenging cycle to break.
Well, I’ve got good news and good news. That’s right, I wanted to say that.
The good news is that it’s possible to break the cycle, get focused and get “In The Zone”.
The other good news is that YOU can do it.
No one can break the cycle but YOU. You are the one that has to DECIDE to break the negative cycle.
Here’s how I get “Into The Zone” and get myself into a positive cycle.
Remember, I talked about losing site of what your goals are. When was the last time you thought about your goals? Do you have any specific goals? Remember, dreams and wishes don’t count as goals.
When was the last time you wrote your specific goals down? Hmmm.
I know…I am very goal oriented and I forget sometimes. I have to re-visit my goals, write them down and re-shape them to allow for where I am in my life, right now.
So, if you haven’t written any goals recently, or ever, write down 3 specific goals, on paper, that you will reach by then end of the month. Now, I could go into great depth and probably fill a full weekends course on writing goals, but for now, here’s a couple of hints.
Write your goals down on paper or on the computer.
Be as specific as possible and write them as if they’ve already happened.
Ex: I walk/run 3miles on (write in the date).
This gets your brain working on how to achieve that goals. Our brains need a deadline to work on solutions.
Do yourself a favor. Write down your goals right now (not if your driving), or after you’ve finished this blog.
The other way to get yourself in a positive cycle and help you get “into the zone” is getting yourself focusing with a positive mindset that is goal oriented.
I have attached my CYP FOCUS exercise worksheet below:
It will help you stay focused with a positive, action oriented mindset.
Focusing on thoughts, such as : I will, I can, Decide, Action, Goals, Positive Energy, Solutions.
As I talked about previously, when you are in a negative cycle your mind focuses on the negative aspects of your life.
You can control this and, with practice, you can keep your mind in a positive cycle where positive outcomes abound.
We become what we think about most often. Make what you think about most often positive, and you will see your life enhanced for the better.
A positive, focused mindset that is aligned with specific goals is a powerful force that can bring positive results in your life.
Downlaod and enjoy the CYP Focus Exercise Worksheet to make a difference in your life, today.
And as always, remember: Be Positive, Be Motivated, Be Focused & Be Well.
Mark Marino
Creator of The Conquer Your Pain Formula
