Leon Bullard Coaching

—Commitment vs Sabotage… And The Winner Is?—

Sabotage. It's not a word we use often. While it can be defined as deliberate, it does not have to be intended. Any undermining of a cause, plan, or effort is sabotage. And while it is not a word we speak often, it is often experienced when we chase aspirations.

Commitment. We all know and use this word… maybe even overuse, or misuse it, in fact. It is a pledge, a promise, an obligation, as well as a devotion to a person, ideal, or decision. The toughest decisions we make in life usually ask us to commit.

So, in our personal growth pursuits, which is most often the winner? Let's compare.

Sabotage happens when we start a program and then stop shortly thereafter. It really hurts when this becomes a repetitive cycle. To start-stop-restart takes a toll on a person mentally, emotionally, and even physically. Plus, it often takes more energy to convince oneself to even make another attempt.

Commitment happens when we surrender to a cause. Pursuing a commitment means we are agreeing to make all the necessary changes required of us in our new role. It is one decision, but we must change many behaviors to honor it because it is a new way of life.

Commitment is worthwhile because we nearly always highly regard and value the outcome we are committing to. Obtaining that desire puts the cost of committing in perspective. So, what is the key to helping commitment win the fight over sabotage?

First, know what you must do to keep the commitment. Have the goals set, prepare for executing supportive actions, and track your progress. Second, stay faithful to your promise today. Commitment is realized one day at a time. We cannot predict the future nor change the past. But, today we can do what is expected.

Make today Day 1, then work to make it Day 31, then Week 6, then Month 12 of fulfilling your commitment. Sabotage loses once we learn to make commitment work, and learning takes time.

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