In the world of success and Akima Speaks, the word try is very so/so. Try does not provide a sense of power or control over your life. While working towards a goal/s the word try becomes a crutch. Try provides the illusion of making progress, when at times you are spinning your wheels, trying and going nowhere.
Repeat the following:
I am trying to lose 20 lbs.
I am doing (Action) my best to lose 20 lbs.
Which statement sounded so/so?
Which statement sounded empowering?
Which statement felt more empowering?
While, taking the necessary steps towards your goals, look at things as black and white. Either you do (action) or you don’t (inaction).
I know you might be thinking gee... this is harsh; at times this brutal honesty is what's necessary to propel us forward. Considering things in this manner will keep you accountable and on track to creating the success you envision.
For the next week, whenever you are discussing your goals, I challenge you to replace the word try with a word of action or inaction. At the conclusion of the week, examine the results, make adjustments and continue moving forward.
While you continue to move towards your goals, kick tries to the side: Either you do (action) or you don’t (inaction) in the land of success there is NO in between.
To your Success!
Kameka
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