Actions Not Taken Don't Count

Actions Not Taken Don't Count

If you could get credit for all the actions you meant to take but didn't, imagine how different your life would be. Actions you don't take don't count.

There are times when I think, "I intended to do that." I wonder how things would be different had I only done what I intended to do. Although there is no need to beat yourself up over what you didn't do, it is a good idea to take a look at the reason you didn't take action. What gets in your way? What stops you from doing what you say you want to do? Maybe you don't want whatever it is badly enough or maybe fear gets in the way. Whatever stops you from taking action stops you from having the life you really want.

Coaching

Action is the key to getting things done. It is the secret to success. Every action you take gets you one step closer to where you want to be. That shouldn't be a surprise, but it does seem to be a challenge. We often say we are going to take action, and then don't. Instead of beating yourself up over it, figure out what gets in your way and go around it, go under it, or go through it. Do whatever you need to do to get past what is stopping you. The longer you put off taking action, the longer you put off having what you want in your life. If you don't mind putting off your life, that is okay. But if you want to create change in your life, or have more of what makes you happy, then the only way is to take action.

Coaching Question

What action have you been putting off?

Coaching Challenge

Every action you take counts. The actions you don't take, don't count. They will not support you in achieving your goals. This week forgive yourself for all the actions you failed to take, wipe the slate clean, and start new. Plan out your week and make a list of the actions you will take that will help you move towards your goals. It doesn't have to be a long list. Two or three actions would be better than a list of actions you will never take.

Daily Success Formula

Action + Commitment = Follow through

Quotes

"The best way you can predict your future is to create it." Stephen Covey

"The great thing in the world is not so much where we stand, as in what direction we are moving." Oliver Wendell Holmes

"The man who removes a mountain begins by carrying away small stones." William Faulkner