Action
When you are really ready to become new and cast off the old,
and when you have accepted that you will necessarily change and are prepared to
do so, you're going to have to actually do something about it. We've already
discussed how good intentions alone are not sufficient to bring about change.
You'll have to take action. One way or another you'll have to set a plan in
motion. In Chapter Six, we will look at numerous actions you can take to reach
your goals. At this readiness stage, however, the important thing is the
willingness to take action. And perhaps the very first action you take on your
journey is to begin the self discovery stage of energizing.
2. Energizing
The readiness stage is like getting a clean sheet of paper ready
to write on. Obviously you don't want to write on paper that's already marked
up. You are ready to move further on yourself discovery path when you're open
for development, like the clean sheet of paper. You are then prepared for the
next stage: energizing.
This stage involves getting your energy under control purifying
it, increasing it, and directing it toward goals and activities that promote
your growth and development rather than self destructive or limited ends.
Because you are unique, it is important not to compare yourself with others or
have unrealistic expectations for what you want to accomplish. There is already
within you a quiet recognition of the goals that are appropriate for you. An
unrealistic goal will make you feel "pushed" or anxious, whereas a
realistic goal will bring a sense of excitement and eager anticipation.
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