Knowing Isn't Enough!

My belief is that most people know what do to. Knowledge is only half of the equation. To achieve what we want in life, we must be willing to apply that knowledge. The key word here is "willing." The distinction between willing versus able is important. We might be able to apply what we know, but until we are willing, no amount of knowledge is going to help us.

Coaching

I have enough knowledge to write a fabulous book on weight loss. Knowledge is not the issue. I am also able to apply that knowledge. I would love to have a super model figure. However, I am not willing to do what it would take. We must be very clear with ourselves what we are willing and what we are not willing to do.

Applying our knowledge to what we are willing to do is the secret to success. This takes courage and honesty. Change isn't easy so we will need the courage to stay the course. Also, it is important to be honest with ourselves about what we are willing to do and honest about what we truly want. If it isn't something we want, but is something that we think we should do, or society wants us to do, or someone else wants us to do it, keeping the momentum will be difficult.

Don't worry about knowing. You have all the knowledge you need to begin the process of accomplishing your goals. What you don't know you will learn along the way.

The important thing is to be willing to do what it takes to achieve your goal. If you are willing, the way will open to you. All you need to know is what you want. The how will reveal itself. Just be willing to do whatever it takes and your willingness will take you where you want to go.

Are you willing?

Daily Success Formula

Willingness + Knowledge = Path to Success

Quotes

"Every act of conscious learning requires the willingness to suffer an injury to one's self-esteem. That is why young children, before they are aware of their own self-importance, learn so easily." Thomas Szasz

"I do not believe that sheer suffering teaches. If suffering alone taught, all the world would be wise, since everyone suffers. To suffering must be added mourning, understanding, patience, love, openness and the willingness to remain vulnerable." Anne Morrow Lindbergh