The Achiever

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Achievers are those who are committed to conquering their challenges one step at a time. An achiever mindset is one that aligns with continuous improvement; one that understands that confidence is built by persistently taking small courageous steps; one that is willing to make inspired decisions and take purposeful action in spite of fears and uncertainty; one that is committed to pursuing a vision, an identity or state of being that makes their heart smile.

Progress is the mark of success, growth and authentic pride. Life is about making progress. Progress is not a destination but a journey, a journey to endless possibilities.

PERFECTION is God’s jurisdiction while PROGRESSION is ours.

We are designed, equipped and pushed to overcome every obstacle and challenge one after the other. As one of my coaches, Zoey Petrak, says, ‘life happens for you, not to you.’ Achievers know this, that is why they press and invest in their wellbeing despite the temporary pain and fears. They know that the benefits will far outweigh any cost, setback, or learning iteration they go through. Life happens for us and the Universe is the achiever’s ally.

But what are you progressing towards? You tell me. When the mental noise in your head quiets and the calm, soft voice of your spirit is audible, what is it that you really desire for your life? Who do you want to be, and who do you want to be remembered as?

So you are here now, and you desire to be at a better place, how do you make a progressive step? And, how do we overcome our inner resistance and our tendency to self-sabotage our own growth and wellbeing?

1. Draw for your GPS – your Greatness Participation Scheme. This is the strategy, process or road map that provides a framework and course to take you from where you are today to your desired destination and that unveils your greatness, true identity and purpose. As Jim Rohn says, you can’t drift your way to the top of a mountain. You must have a purposeful STRATEGY to get there. If you are not sure where to begin, remember life happens for you and that is why there are qualified Life Coaches to support you on your growth journey.
2. Identify where you are with no judgment – as at this moment, what is the state of your 360 wellbeing and happiness? Let’s break it down, are you physically, socially, spiritually, financially, occupationally, mentally and emotionally healthy? Our parts make up our whole so we cannot disregard any aspect of our life. We know our own state more that anyone else so be completely honest with yourself.
3. Seek knowledge – Awareness opens the door to progress and success. How much do you know about what is causing your discontent or unhealthy habits? How much do you know about the laws of life and what you are capable of as an amazing, intelligent being? Answer this – What can I start doing now to increase my self-awareness and knowledge of life?
4. Write your vision and make it plain. Everything begins and ends with WHY. Be clear on your why. How important is wellbeing, happiness, abundance, fulfillment, effectiveness and growth to you? What could it mean for your life, to you, if you were to make progressive steps? What could it mean for your life, to you, if you don’t?
5. Change your habits and you will change your life. Your life experiences and results are based on what you repeatedly do. By making small, continuous, positive changes we move ourselves closer to our destination. No matter how small, keep doing what you know is good for you. Habits are our greatest ally BUT we have to first develop ones that work in our favor. Finding creative ways to ‘slide in’ new habits and techniques to trick our minds into accepting the unfamiliar without much resistance is key to successful habit replacement. Answer this – What can I do to help me develop new healthy habits that align with my desired personal brand and life objectives?
6. Leverage your resources – Recall I said we are equipped? At every moment we have all the resources and capabilities we need to make a step of victory. Answer these – Given my current reality what can I do to make myself or my situation better? Who can I call on to hold myself accountable and keep me in check?

Our GPS growth process is very simple but we know too well that simple does not mean easy. Walking the betterment path is rough and it will take focused effort, a willingness to change, inspired action, exchanges and dedication. Here is the thing though – Not walking the path also has its consequences and will produce a multiplied decline in the quality of your life. Remember I said we are pushed to overcome obstacles and grow? There is truly no ‘remaining the same’ we either grow up intentionally or we grow down by default.

“There will always be growth as nothing stays the same. But not all growth is positive. To get to a higher and better place you have to purposefully lead yourself there. If you do not assume captaincy of your life then fate, gravity, and even others will have their way. Your possibilities are too great for you to not choose to grow on Purpose”

So tell me Achiever, what is your next progressive step?