Don't Leave It for Another Year

After chatting with a mate recently who for the record is a highly regarded keynote speaker over east. I discovered another reason why Winter is a great time to hibernate. The winter social calender drops off for obvious reasons. But also two of our main energy paths (called meridians in traditional chinese medicine) are very active in winter. And they are responsible for governing body temp, motivation, nervous system and sexual energy.

So with all of the above in mind it makes sense to tap into this inner energy and start relating what you want to do in the next 6 months to what you are currently focussing on. Because I can guarantee once the warmer, sunny weather appears in another month or so your social calender rises and if you aren't organised not a lot of personal development, achievement or whatever you want to call it will happen. You must have your actions and plans already mapped out to guide you through summer to allow progress whilst making the most of this fun and festive period.

Putting these four steps into play now will ensure you get the most out of the warmer months this year otherwise you may miss the boat so to speak for another year.
1. Think. Think about your direction and focus, not so hard that you start worrying or panicking about it and procrastinate.
2. Plan. Put your thinking into a plan so you now have a map of where you are going when summer hits. Visualise the end result first and then fit the steps in along the way that will get you there.
3. Act. Time to convert your plan into action. Getting motivation comes from working on the things you like and gives you the most reward. Don't forget to review your progress.
4. Identify. Identify and evaluate what is stressing you and how you are handling them. Are you reactive, inactive or proactive to these 'stressors'?

In a nutshell you only have a month or so left to make sure you get yourself planned on track and acting before spring and summer take hold. Wherever you would like to direct your energy, follow the above steps and go for it. Follow the map and you will find the destination. If it's health, career, hobbies or relationships get onto it now. After the chat with my mate I now know why New Year's resolutiuons are hugely unsuccesful. Beat the crowd and plan your resolutions now, you will probably have achieved them by the time others attempt to plan theirs!