Try..... Never use the word TRY!

I just went on the question section of Sparkpeople.com, and someone was asking what everyone's New Years Resolutions would be. This got me very interested as I don't make any. You'll see why soon. But to update- I read some of the feedback and was very interested to see that they were exactly what I expected. Lose weight, eat healthier, drink more water...etc. Also- the most dominant word was...TRY. I will try to eat healthier, try to drink more water.. etc.

The word try is a tough word. It is linked with words like should (I should Exercise more) and need ( I need to eat more fruits and vegetables). They are words of intention, but NOT words of commitment.

If you use these words- try, should, need... you have great INTENTIONS of getting healthy and in shape, but probably are not committed yet.

Do any of these sound familiar>>>
Next Year, I'm going to try to eat more vegetables.
Next year, I am going to try to save more money
Next year, I'm going to try to go to the gym more often.

Yeah, I've said them too. THIS is why I do not make New Years Resolutions. These statements set us up for failure as soon as we say them. There is no commitment behind them!

THIS YEAR: Do this... Make a commitment! Don't wait until New Years. Do it NOW! Sit down and write down ONE, and ONLY ONE VERY SPECIFIC GOAL You want to accomplish in 2010.
and then start it- IMMEDIATELY!

No Excuses! I can hear you now- but it's the holidays.... but we are spending a week at the in-laws and they always cook so much.... STOP! NO excuses! Are you committed, or are you...
gonna try?

I'd love your feedback on this blog! I enjoy a raring Discussion! Visit my page on Sparkpeople.com- follow me as friend here- or vilify me :) Either way!

But above all, be true to yourself! Make that commitment- to yourself!