New Year Change Part 2

Last week I shared some thoughts and quotes about New Year’s Resolutions and the opportunity to change things in one’s life for the better. I thought I’d continue the theme and share some more thoughts from a couple of sources.

First, from a business coaching company, here are some thoughts on goal setting and keys to making effective change.

From Priority Mgmt some more keys to effective change:

1. Set high goals or stretch goals for yourself.

2.State goals in a positive way as Opportunities, rather than a negative way, as problems to overcome.

3. Put your health and physical wellbeing at the top of your agend, so you have the energy to be successful.

4. Make sure that your goals are consistent with, and an expression of your values and beliefs.

5. Focus on behavior versus thoughts. As Nike says "just do it" This year try not to think your way into a new way of acting. Rather act your way into a new way of thinking. We tend to think that ideas always come first, which leads to new behaviors. As a rule, theory seldom precedes practice. Start immediately and you'll see your performance and happiness soar.

As God said to Cain, "If you do well (behave well) will not your countenance be lifted up (Your attitude will improve!)." Cain didn't listen, and it didn't work out well for he or brother Abel.

From the biblical counseling foundation’s manual, here are a couple of more thoughts on what it takes to make effective change…

You can change biblically!

“The most significant decision you will ever make concerns your willingness to follow God’s plan for your life as revealed in the Bible. This decision directly impacts your daily life and your eternal destiny.”

“After you receive salvation by God’s grace through our Lord Jesus Christ, your growth in Christ and fitness to help others biblically will be in proportion to your faithfulness in biblically examining yourself and applying God’s truths to your life.”

Blessings as you work on positive change this year!