Push Your Limits for Improvement

Not long ago I made a list of the new projects I was starting for 2020. As I reviewed, edited, shared, edited and continued to critique the list it occurred to me that a significant part of it are items of self-improvement. Several of the items are things that cause me some type of discomfort, be it physical or mental. Most physical trainers will tell you point blank that if you’re not pushing your limits then you’re not forcing yourself to grow; you stay stuck in any comfort zone. To improve… to grow… you have to experience discomfort in some way. The question becomes, as you consider 2020 and any resolutions you may have made, in what way are you challenging yourself to improvement? Here are a few ideas. Count your blessings. Yes, it seems cliché, but it’s a great way to motivate yourself as you consider what self-improvement you want to undertake. Consider what the year ahead holds for you, your family members, friends and relatives. Take delight in not only your own blessings but also the blessings for anyone you care about. Find the positive energy to approach your self-improvement efforts and goals. Improve your health. A ton of people use the New Year to launch diet programs. They dedicated themselves to… – – – – – – – – – The remainder of this essay can be found in the book “Farther Down The Road” Farther Down the Road – Where does your life’s road lead? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CTJ1B2QR