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7 Habits of Ultra-Successful People

Michael Kohan (Mukunda Chandra das) Wellness Entrepreneur | Health and Life Coach | Yoga Teacher
 
Living Life on Purpose:  Mindfulness | Yoga | Spirituality | Healthy Living | Personal Growth
 
Podcast:  7 Habits of Ultra-Successful People
 
Free Circle of Life quiz by visiting www,elevatelifeproject.com/life/
 
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7 Habits of Ultra-Successful People
 
If you’ve ever known anyone ultra-successful, you know that they can appear to be a different breed. We’re not talking about someone that’s a straight-A student and goes on to make $250,000 per year. We’re talking about people that win gold medals, become billionaires, or impact the entire world in some way.
 
These ultra-successful people are all unique, but they share many of the same habits.
 
Mimic these habits of successful people and become more successful yourself:
 
Get up early. The vast majority of the most successful people in the world get up very early. They make great use of this time, too. They have a morning routine that often includes exercise and meditation or prayer.Try getting up an hour earlier and have a plan for using this time effectively. Do this for 30 days and evaluate the results.
Practice self-discipline. Success requires work. High levels of success require doing work that most people aren’t willing to do. It takes self-discipline to do difficult things day after day.Work on your self-discipline each day. You have countless opportunities to do this. If you need to lose weight, throw out 25% of your lunch each day. When you feel like taking a break, force yourself to work for another 15 minutes.
Become action oriented. People with mediocre levels of success often like to plan, but they struggle to actually take any sort of action. Successful people take intelligent action. They are the masters of getting things done. They’re also great at getting started on new projects.
Read daily. Reading saves years. Without reading, you’re forced to figure out a lot by yourself. A book written by a competent author is like a mentor. The world is full of experts. Why try to do it all yourself? Stand on the shoulders of the world’s all-time greats.Buy a good book and use the information in it. Life is too short not to take advantage of the expertise of others. Remember that it’s not enough to read and understand the information. You must apply it.
Get clear on your goals. Ultra-successful people know exactly what they want. The average person does not. You can’t make progress toward a goal if you’re not aware of your goal.Decide what you want. Make a list and be precise.
Say, “No” to practically everything. Highly successful people avoid distractions much better than the average person. Many of us say “Yes” to almost every opportunity. Successful people say “No” almost all the time.Decline offers that don’t assist you in the pursuit of your goals. Everything you do either brings you closer to, or takes you further from, your goals. Before agreeing to something, ask yourself, “How does this impact the pursuit of my goals?”.
The most successful people have a tenacity that most of us fail to demonstrate. We give up far too easily.Set goals that truly excite you. That will encourage you to continue when the going gets tough. Practice persevering when you want to quit. Learn how to grind and get things done. Perseverance is a combination of faith and pushing through discomfort.
 
Your habits largely influence how successful you’ll become. Effective habits result in great results. Poor habits lead to undesirable results. One of the most effective ways to take your life to the next level is to create habits that support your goals.
 
The most successful people in the world have the best habits for success. Pick up a couple of these habits and integrate them into your life. You’ll be glad you did!

Finding Joy in the Simplicity of Life

Michael Kohan (Mukunda Chandra das) Wellness Entrepreneur | Health and Life Coach | Yoga Teacher
 
Living Life on Purpose:  Mindfulness | Yoga | Spirituality | Healthy Living | Personal Growth
 
Podcast:  Finding Joy in the Simplicity of Life
 
Free Circle of Life quiz by visiting www,elevatelifeproject.com/life/
 
Get Ready, Get Set, Go! Learn How to Create Effective Goals and Live Your Life ON Purpose.  Extraordinary Goal Course https://elevatelifeproject.com/goal-setting-coaching-e-coaching/ 
 
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Show Notes:
 
Finding Joy in the Simplicity of Life
 
Since when did life get so complicated? What happened to the days of running wild and not having to worry about anything? Even as we’ve gotten older, it’s still fun to remember the good old days and the simplicity of life.
 
But truth be told, you can still have that feeling. With some daily effort, your life can be balanced between joy and simplicity.
 
What most people don’t realize is that their daily stressful lives are stressful because of themselves. They’ve booked themselves solid, ran themselves ragged, and planned too many “to-dos” to keep up.
 
Even though this might be you, you don’t have to accept it as your fate.
 
You can easily change your daily path and get back to the basic simplicities of life with just a few small changes.
 
Why spend your days catering to others when you can find your own joy first? Stop the madness of running yourself ragged and do yourself a favor.
 
Slow down and savor every single moment with these strategies:
 
Stop putting yourself on the backburner. Do you spend your time doing things for others and not doing anything for yourself?For just a few moments per day, do what you need to do for you. Smile at yourself in the mirror, tell yourself that you matter, and start off your day with your thoughts and feelings in mind.
Slow down and smell the roses. This means physically and mentally. It’s important to avoid rushing through your day and missing out on all the little moments in life. The moment that you stop rushing and start appreciating, you’ll begin to notice all the things that you’ve missed throughout the day. There are so many great things that you’re missing out on.
Read a book just for fun. Sometimes being an adult means that you have to read books and articles that you just don’t want to read.Instead, head to the local library and pick out a stack of books or magazines that you actually want to read. When you have a book in hand that you’re crazy about, reading becomes a whole new world.
Expand your family with a puppy. Having a puppy is a great way to have a loving animal greet you daily and make you feel as though everything you do is perfect. Plus, puppies give some of the best snuggles and kisses, too.If dogs are not your favorite, having a different pet can also bring many moments of simple joy to your life.
Allow yourself to say no. When you spend all day saying yes to others, it leaves nothing in your reserves left over for you. The time is now to start saying no and supporting your own needs.Your family and friends will get over this change and will actually more than likely understand.
 
Finding joy doesn’t have to take a ton of effort or time. You can easily make your life a better place with just a few simple changes.
 
Start by understanding what you’re missing in your life and then start factoring in the things that you need and want from there. Once you get a good grasp on it, you’re going to find self-love and happiness easily.
 
Allow yourself to fall in love with the idea that life is simple and wonderful. Your life holds so much joy if you let yourself see it.

Avoid Being a Slave to Your Old Beliefs

Michael Kohan (Mukunda Chandra das) Wellness Entrepreneur | Health and Life Coach | Yoga Teacher
 
Living Life on Purpose:  Mindfulness | Yoga | Spirituality | Healthy Living | Personal Growth
 
Podcast:  Avoid Being a Slave to Your Old Beliefs
 
Free Circle of Life quiz by visiting www,elevatelifeproject.com/life/
 
Get Ready, Get Set, Go! Learn How to Create Effective Goals and Live Your Life ON Purpose.  Extraordinary Goal Course https://elevatelifeproject.com/goal-setting-coaching-e-coaching/ 
 
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Show Notes:
 
Avoid Being a Slave to Your Old Beliefs
 
There are plenty of beliefs you hold that you allow to influence your life. You haven’t even given many of these beliefs a lot of thought.
 
For example, you probably have similar religious beliefs as your parents. Did you ever sit down and think about which religion best suits you? Or did you just continue with what you were exposed to as a child?
 
You don’t have to be a slave to your old beliefs!
 
Try these techniques to maintain only beliefs that support you:
 
Your previous beliefs and knowledge can prevent you from gaining new knowledge. If you think you know something already, you won’t be open to new views. Knowledge is great, but when it gets in the way of learning something new, it’s poison.
Ask more questions. Be curious. Avoid believing that you already know the answer because of your previous experience. You can learn while you listen. You can’t learn while you’re speaking. Ask questions and then be quiet and listen to the answer.
Pretend that you’re a beginner. For example, imagine that you make a living as a real estate investor. When a novice investor starts telling you about his latest deal, you probably don’t believe there’s anything you can learn from him.Pretend that you know absolutely nothing about a topic. Be open to everything you hear. Even if you’re a leading authority on something, there are still things you don’t know. If you pretend that you’re a mere novice, you’ll have a better chance of gaining that knowledge that eludes you.
Determine if your beliefs are truths, or merely just beliefs. Beliefs are personal, often unprovable, and often no more correct than another belief. Truths don’t require constant validation. For example, gravity is a truth.
Where did your belief come from? If you believe that women are better than men, how did you decide that? Or, if you believe that you’re not capable of managing money, where did this belief come from? What is the source of your belief?Many of our beliefs come from our parents. Most of us didn’t have parents that were Rhodes Scholars.
Question the origin of your beliefs and determine if that idea is worth a second look.
Let go of your identity. Our identities are largely built around our beliefs. We might believe:“I’m an overweight person.”
“I’m not intelligent.”
“I’m the most intelligent person I know.”
“I’m liberal.”
“I’m someone that can’t learn math.”
“I’m lazy.”
“I’m a school teacher. That’s what I am.”
We take our beliefs, good or bad, and associate with them. If you believe that you’re naturally overweight, it makes it challenging to lose weight. If you associate with being bad at math, you make it harder to learn math. It’s hard to achieve or believe something outside of your identity.
What is the cost of your beliefs? Some beliefs come with a heavy price. Look at your beliefs and consider the impact they are having on you.Since beliefs are personal and alterable, think about which of your beliefs are making your life more challenging. When a belief doesn’t serve you, you’ll be more interested in letting go of it.
 
We’re all slaves to our beliefs. Unfortunately, many of our beliefs are unhealthy and unhelpful. Beliefs can be very limiting. Face the world with an open mind, and you’ll have an easier time of finding your truth.
 
Avoid allowing your old beliefs to control you. Be the master of your life, not a slave to your beliefs.

Can You Really Have It All?

Michael Kohan (Mukunda Chandra das) Wellness Entrepreneur | Health and Life Coach | Yoga Teacher
 
Living Life on Purpose:  Mindfulness | Yoga | Spirituality | Healthy Living | Personal Growth
 
Podcast:  Can You Really Have It All?
 
Free Circle of Life quiz by visiting www,elevatelifeproject.com/life/
 
Get Ready, Get Set, Go! Learn How to Create Effective Goals and Live Your Life ON Purpose.  Extraordinary Goal Course https://elevatelifeproject.com/goal-setting-coaching-e-coaching/ 
 
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Show Notes
 
Can You Really Have It All?
 
Of course, everyone wants to “have it all,” but is that even possible? There are a lot of opinions on the topic. Some people believe it’s entirely possible. Others insist that you can’t even some close.
 
Like many things in life, the most reasonable answer is, “It depends.” You can certainly have a lot if you’re willing to make enough of a sacrifice.
 
Consider these aspects:
 
Decide what having it all means to you. Everyone says they want to “have it all,” but what does that mean to you? Make a list of everything that you would have to have and experience in your life on a regular basis to be 100% satisfied with your life. Take all the time you need. Keep these categories in mind:
Relationships
Health and physical goals
Possessions
Hobbies
Career
Community
 
Notice the items that are under your control and those that are not. Review your list. Divide your list into two columns: Those things you can control and those you cannot.
You can’t control your spouse’s level of patience, tolerance, or their waistline.
You can’t control every aspect of your children.
You don’t have complete control over your career.
 
You’ll quickly find there’s not a lot that you can control in your life beyond your focus, effort, and attitude. Worrying about other things is an exercise in futility.
 
You can’t have everything. Time, money, and energy are limitations. Consider the items below:
Committed spouse
Active community members
Committed parent
Excellent friend
Great employee
Great boss
Mentor
Perfect neighbor
Big house
Luxury car
And the list goes on
 
Just reading this list can be enough to start an ulcer. How well could you accomplish all of those things and still enjoy your life?
 
With your idea of having it all, will you still be relaxed and happy? A simple life leads to higher levels of satisfaction and happiness. The more complicated your life, the less satisfied you’re likely to feel over the long term.
Life is about priorities. You can’t have everything, but you can have a lot. The more you want, the more it’s going to cost you. The more you want, the more complicated your life will become. The more complicated it is, the more scattered your energy and focus become.
What are your priorities in life?
Based on those priorities, re-answer the first item on this list.
The more things you ultimately want in your life, the lower your performance level will have to be in one or more areas.
 
“Can I have it all?” is an ambiguous question. Can you have it all if having it all means having a spouse, children, a home, a pleasant career, and a circle of friends? Sure. Can you have it all if you want to perform at the highest possible level in multiple categories in your life? Doubtful.
 
Having it all is limited by your definition of having it all.
 
There’s only so much time in a day. There’s a limit to how much anyone can do. Look at the most successful people in the world. Some other aspect of their life is usually a complete mess. It’s almost a universal truth. Excelling at one area requires making a sacrifice in others. It’s up to you to determine how much you’re willing to sacrifice.
 
So, you can have it all, provided that what you want is reasonable, and you’re committed.
 
THANK YOU again for reading, for your support, and for being part of this adventure with me. Moreover, please feel free to reply and say hello at any time!
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The 6 Ingredients Necessary to Change Your Behavior

Michael Kohan (Mukunda Chandra das) Wellness Entrepreneur | Health and Life Coach | Yoga Teacher
 
Living Life on Purpose:  Mindfulness | Yoga | Spirituality | Healthy Living | Personal Growth
 
Podcast:  The 6 Ingredients Necessary to Change Your Behavior
 
Free Circle of Life quiz by visiting www,elevatelifeproject.com/life/
 
Get Ready, Get Set, Go! Learn How to Create Effective Goals and Live Your Life ON Purpose.  Extraordinary Goal Course https://elevatelifeproject.com/goal-setting-coaching-e-coaching/ 
 
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Show notes
 
The 6 Ingredients Necessary to Change Your Behavior
 
Most of our behaviors weren’t consciously chosen. We just seem to find ourselves doing the same things each day, day after day.
 
It doesn’t matter if the behaviors are harmful, make zero sense, or take us further from our goals. It also doesn’t matter if the behaviors we want to do are good for our health, bank account, or the future. We can’t seem to get ourselves to do the positive behaviors regularly.
 
However, changing your behavior is the key to changing your life!
 
Want to change your behavior? The winning recipe includes these 6 ingredients:
 
A clear objective. For example, it’s insufficient to tell yourself that you want to eat less. What does that mean? How many calories is that? What is the breakdown of macronutrients? How often are you going to eat? It’s important to be specific. A few examples include:Eat fewer than 2,000 calories per day.
Drink at least 8 glasses of water each day.
Eat whole fruits, such as apples, bananas, oranges, or berries for snacks.
You can’t create a new behavior with a single effort. You haven’t quit smoking because you refused your urge one time. You don’t go to the gym regularly just because you’ve gone one time. Repeating a behavior over and over is necessary if you’re going to make a lasting change.The less time you’ve put in, the more likely you are to have a relapse and return to your old behavioral patterns.
Immediate rewards. New behaviors only last if there’s a reward for doing it, or a significant, immediate punishment for not doing it.Take your favorite unhealthy food as an example. You might love ice cream. There’s an immediate reward for eating ice cream. There is a punishment, but it’s more of the long-term variety. You’re not going to destroy your figure in a day by eating a bowl of ice cream.
Consider most positive behaviors, such as going to the gym. The majority of the benefits only happen in the future. Avoiding the gym is actually rewarding in the short term, but harmful in the long-term. That’s why so many bad habits are hard to break, and good habits are hard to create.
Work out a more immediate reward you can give yourself for changing your behavior. Avoid this step at your own peril. Willpower is in short supply.
Starting small. Avoid starting with the objective of going to the gym for an hour each day or meditating for 90 minutes straight. These are fine objectives but start slowly. Begin by meditating for 10 minutes, or just showing up at the gym and doing whatever is enjoyable to you.
 
Tracking progress. See how many days you can perform your new behavior in a row. Keep track of your results - all the pounds you lose, dollars you save, pages you read, or minutes you meditate, for example.Be sure to also track the benefits you notice as a result of changing your behavior.
There will be plenty of bumps in the road. It’s imperative to stay the course for as long as it takes. Regardless of how many setbacks you endure along the way, you simply must keep trying. How could you possibly fail in the long-term if you never gave up?
 
It can be challenging to change your behavior. Unfortunately, many negative behaviors are enjoyable in the short term, and many positive behaviors are only positive in the long term. This makes it difficult to stop engaging in negative behaviors and difficult to create positive behaviors.
 
Define your desired behavior, give yourself rewards, and do your best each day. Success will be yours!

The 7 Most Important Things for Achieving Goals

Michael Kohan (Mukunda Chandra das) Wellness Entrepreneur | Health and Life Coach | Yoga Teacher
 
Living Life on Purpose:  Mindfulness | Yoga | Spirituality | Healthy Living | Personal Growth
 
Podcast:  The 7 Most Important Things for Achieving Goals
 
Free Circle of Life quiz by visiting www,elevatelifeproject.com/life/
 
Get Ready, Get Set, Go! Learn How to Create Effective Goals and Live Your Life ON Purpose.  Extraordinary Goal Course https://elevatelifeproject.com/goal-setting-coaching-e-coaching/ 
 
If you liked this Podcast, please subscribe in Itunes and write us a review.  This is what helps us stand out, so more people can find this show.  To Write us a Review please open up this Podcast in the Itunes Store  on your computer and search for Living Life on Purpose  https://elevatelifeproject.com/living-life-on-purpose-podcast/ 
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Show Notes
 
The 7 Most Important Things for Achieving Goals
 
Everyone has heard of goals and the power of goals to shape your future. But most people don’t have a good understanding of how to achieve goals. Consequently, most never even set goals.
 
Understanding what it takes to achieve a goal will greatly enhance your odds of success.
 
Consider these ideas:
 
A proper goal. Most people don’t have goals to begin with. Those that do have goals often have goals that are ineffective. You can’t achieve a goal without having a goal.Avoid setting goals that don’t excite you. What’s the point? It’s easier to achieve a goal that you find motivating.
A clear conclusion. How will you know when you’ve achieved your goal? Be specific and have a way of measuring your progress.
A deadline. Goals never seem to be accomplished without a deadline attached. You can keep waiting for “tomorrow” to get started if you don’t have a deadline to meet. Then, that “tomorrow” never comes.
Goals are more likely to be achieved if you regularly visualize yourself being successful. Imagine what it will be like when you meet your goal. The inability to picture the achievement of your goal suggests that you don’t believe you can do it.
Affirm that you’re the type of person that can achieve your goal. Think of the attributes you need to have to be successful. Write several affirmations that support those attributes and use them daily. Recite them to yourself at least three times each day, preferably aloud.
The right information. Imagine you have a goal of playing a difficult piece of music on the piano, but you believe the best way to do that is to do 1,000 push-ups each day. You might have a great goal and be super motivated, but you don’t have a clue how to achieve your goal. You need the right knowledge.
There’s a great appeal to the idea of making your wishes known to the universe and then just relaxing until some mystical force delivers what you want. However, action is also necessary to bring about a real change. Figure out what you need to do and do it.
The ability to deal with discomfort. Pursuing any significant goal will create discomfort. There’s no way around it. It’s necessary to learn how to minimize that discomfort as much as possible and be able to deal with whatever remains.Discomfort can come in many forms. It might be the fear of failure. It might be some actual failure. It could be the discomfort of making cold calls and dealing with rejection. It might be the discomfort of learning something you’ve never done before.
Perhaps giving up your favorite distractions so you have time to work on your goal creates discomfort.
Whatever your reason for discomfort in pursuing your goal, it’s important to discover ways you can overcome it.
Goals can take time. Big goals take more time. Add in a little failure and a little discomfort, and suddenly quitting can be appealing. You can’t achieve a goal if you quit before it’s accomplished. Perseverance is one of the most important traits anyone can possess.
 
There are many things you can do to make achieving your goals more likely. All of the items in this list are useful characteristics and tactics for a wide variety of life situations. Whether you’re trying to follow a diet or make a million dollars, these items are helpful.
 
Include these seven things and your results will be greatly enhanced and come more quickly.

Present Moment Mindset - Bringing Eastern Philosophy to the West

Michael Kohan (Mukunda Chandra das) Wellness Entrepreneur | Health and Life Coach | Yoga Teacher
 
Living Life on Purpose:  Mindfulness | Yoga | Spirituality | Healthy Living | Personal Growth
 
Podcast:  Present Moment Mindset - Bringing Eastern Philosophy to the West
 
Free Circle of Life quiz by visiting www,elevatelifeproject.com/life/
 
Get Ready, Get Set, Go! Learn How to Create Effective Goals and Live Your Life ON Purpose.  Extraordinary Goal Course https://elevatelifeproject.com/goal-setting-coaching-e-coaching/ 
 
If you liked this Podcast, please subscribe in Itunes and write us a review.  This is what helps us stand out, so more people can find this show.  To Write us a Review please open up this Podcast in the Itunes Store  on your computer and search for Living Life on Purpose  https://elevatelifeproject.com/living-life-on-purpose-podcast/ 
 
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Show Notes
 
Present Moment Mindset - Bringing Eastern Philosophy to the West
You may have been advised to spend more time in the "present moment," but what does this really mean? Present moment thinking has been the concentration of eastern religions for thousands of years. 
Religion And Philosophy
Some people are tempted to turn away immediately when Eastern philosophy is brought up just because they think it might threaten their core religious beliefs. There are no religious impositions though; the present moment is available to everyone in every moment no matter who you are. In fact, most religions, in one way or another, agree with the belief of living in the moment, not in the past or future.
Eastern Religions And The Present Moment
There are many different divisions of religion in the East, just like the West. Many of them differ with certain beliefs and philosophies, but many agree on the importance of the present moment.
In recent decades, the West has been picking up on these ancient philosophies and many people use these lessons to help cope with modern problems. It works and it proves that the human condition has always been the same.
The Present Moment Defined
The present moment can be defined as your attention being solely on what you're doing right now. It's when you're not thinking of "other things." If you're washing the dishes, your mind is fully aware when you start the faucet, grip the sponge, and wipe the plates clean. There are no other thoughts in your mind other than what it is you're doing in the moment.
While staying in the present moment may seem boring at times, you've probably already felt its true power without really knowing it.
Have you ever been outside enjoying nature and a feeling of peace flooded over you? Have you ever stared up at the sky and stars and contemplated the meaning behind them? The past and future wash away, and the only thing that's important in that moment is the "now."
Staying in the Present Moment
The process of staying in the present moment may take some practice. If you try for any length of time to stay fully present, your mind will likely try to bring you out of it. This is because thoughts about the past and future are constantly creeping up.
This can be a source of frustration, but you must fight the urge to judge yourself since that negative emotion would defeat the purpose. 
Be aware that your mind will reach for the past and future; yet be ready to let go of those thoughts when they come up. The more you practice remaining present, the easier it'll become.
Practicing Meditation
Meditation is an art that's not only reserved for Eastern religions. It's a method of bringing yourself into the present that's available to you at all times. 
Here are some tips to follow when beginning meditation:
Choose a time of day when you can relax and be alone.
Sit in a position that gives you good posture.
Concentrate on your breathing.
Take deep breaths in and out and focus only on your breath.
Try to meditate for at least 30 minutes each day.
Fight the urge to fall asleep.
You'll find that you get better at meditation with practice. Don't give up on yourself! Every session may not feel as good as the last, but it's important to stick with it.
Meditation will enable you to get to know your mind and body better. You'll maintain awareness for when your mind is in an agitated state, and you'll be able to place better focus on fixing your problems and moving toward your goals.
All in all, developing a present moment mindset can bring you more peace and fulfillment in your life. Isn't that worth a little practice?

9 Ways to Take Responsibility for Your Life

Michael Kohan (Mukunda Chandra das) Wellness Entrepreneur | Health and Life Coach | Yoga Teacher
 
Living Life on Purpose:  Mindfulness | Yoga | Spirituality | Healthy Living | Personal Growth
 
Podcast:  Take Accountability and Take Back Your Power
 
Free Circle of Life quiz by visiting www,elevatelifeproject.com/life/
 
Get Ready, Get Set, Go! Learn How to Create Effective Goals and Live Your Life ON Purpose.  Extraordinary Goal Course https://elevatelifeproject.com/goal-setting-coaching-e-coaching/ 
 
If you liked this Podcast, please subscribe in Itunes and write us a review.  This is what helps us stand out, so more people can find this show.  To Write us a Review please open up this Podcast in the Itunes Store  on your computer and search for Living Life on Purpose  https://elevatelifeproject.com/living-life-on-purpose-podcast/ 
 
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Show Notes:
 
9 Ways to Take Responsibility for Your Life
 
Everyone wants to be successful, but no one wants to take responsibility for their success. No one wants to take any responsibility for their failures either. The only person that will ever take responsibility for your life as an adult is you.
 
If you don’t take responsibility for your life, you won’t be happy with the outcome. If you leave your life up to luck and the generosity of others, the universe is likely to beat you down. An enjoyable life doesn’t happen by accident.
 
You must take responsibility for your outcomes, good or bad. You must take responsibility for your past and your future, good or bad.
 
Learn how to take control of your life today and steer it in the direction that you want to go!
 
You can develop responsibility for your life with these activities:
 
Avoid blaming others. Were your parents good parents? Maybe not. What parenting school did they attend? Is your boss a jerk? Maybe. There are lots of things in life that aren’t your fault but are still your responsibility to manage. No one else is going to do it for you.
If you're honest with yourself, your life would be infinitely better if you could just go back in time and make one or two different decisions.
Learn from your mistakes. Your mistakes are yours. Learning from them is another way to take responsibility from your life. Learning from them enables you to prevent similar occurrences from happening in the future.
Set goals. Setting goals is taking responsibility for your future. You’re choosing the life you want to live and experience. Setting goals also implies that you’re going to work toward them.
Schedule your time. How you choose to spend your time each day is the most important decision you can make that day. How you choose to spend your time determines your future. Take responsibility for your life by choosing to utilize your time wisely.
Manage your thoughts. Your thoughts impact your actions. If you want to take responsibility for your life, it’s necessary to manage your thoughts.
You can think about whatever you’d like to think about. Your brain also produces random thoughts, but you have the power to ignore them or to pay attention to them.
Take all the blame. The most effective way to live is to take all the responsibility. Maybe your ex was an evil person, but you did allow that person into your life. Whatever is going wrong in your life, take responsibility for it.
If you’re responsible for the challenges you face, you can do something about them.
On the other hand, if you think that they’re totally someone else’s doing and there’s nothing that you can do about them, you’re giving up your control and any possibility of resolving them.
Accept the idea that no one is coming to save you. You’re not a child anymore. No one is going to care about your life more than you do. You can’t wait for someone to save you.
Acknowledge your flaws. You have plenty of flaws, and that’s okay. Everyone has flaws. Failing to recognize them only leads to failure and frustration. Fix your flaws if you can. Otherwise, avoid any course of action that will result in your flaws working against you.
Acknowledge your strengths. It’s just as important to realize your strengths and use them to your advantage. Milk your strengths for all they’re worth!
 
As an adult, no one is ever going to care about your life more than you do. It’s a big responsibility, but there’s no one else to do it. Having a great life is up to you!
 
Be willing to take responsibility for your successes, failures, flaws, and strengths. Be responsible for your outcomes. Learn from your mistakes. Your life is in your hands.

Take Accountability and Take Back Your Power

Michael Kohan (Mukunda Chandra das) Wellness Entrepreneur | Health and Life Coach | Yoga Teacher
 
Living Life on Purpose:  Mindfulness | Yoga | Spirituality | Healthy Living | Personal Growth
 
Podcast:  Take Accountability and Take Back Your Power
 
Free Circle of Life quiz by visiting www,elevatelifeproject.com/life/
 
Get Ready, Get Set, Go! Learn How to Create Effective Goals and Live Your Life ON Purpose.  Extraordinary Goal Course https://elevatelifeproject.com/goal-setting-coaching-e-coaching/ 
 
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Show Notes
 
Take Accountability and Take Back Your Power
 
A biographer made up the story about George Washington confessing to cutting down the cherry tree. Yet, it's easy to believe based on his character.
 
The story has also been useful for generations of parents as an example of taking accountability. As a child, you may have learned that it’s more honorable to own up to your actions rather than blame others or make excuses about why it’s the tree’s fault.
 
On the other hand, holding ourselves responsible can feel risky. Admitting our faults may threaten our self-image and open us up to criticism from others. It may seem safer to focus on external circumstances instead of looking at our own actions.
 
The truth is that you could be missing out on more happiness and success by trying to evade responsibility.
 
Learn more about the importance of developing personal accountability.
 
Benefits of Accountability:
 
Build confidence. True self-esteem requires having the courage to take an honest look at yourself. Accept your weaknesses and missteps, as well as your strengths and accomplishments.
Make positive changes. Taking responsibility puts you in control of your life. You can learn and grow. You’ll show yourself that you’re capable of adapting to change and handling the consequences of your actions. You can take action to resolve negative circumstances.
Strengthen your relationships. Earn trust by living up to your commitments. You’ll deepen your connection with family, friends, and coworkers.
Reduce stress. In the long run, facing the truth usually creates less anxiety than trying to cover it up. Being responsible allows you to enjoy greater peace of mind.
 
Tips for Taking Accountability:
 
Evaluate your performance. Make it a habit to assess your role in any situation. While external events do matter, focusing on what you can control is more productive.
Monitor yourself. Pay attention to your behavior even when there are no other witnesses around. Assume equal responsibility for successes and setbacks.
Set realistic goals. Do you sometimes excuse your conduct because you’re trying to juggle too many activities? Respect your limits and shorten your to do list. Creating priorities will help you to accomplish more.
Listen carefully. It’s difficult to hear what others are saying when you’re on the defensive. Listen with an open mind, so you can understand their position even if you disagree.
Apologize skillfully. Express regret promptly and sincerely when you let someone down. If possible, try to make amends and avoid repeating your slip ups.
Consider others. If you need another reason to work on accountability, think about your impact on others. Remember how you feel when a business or a loved one harms you and refuses to take responsibility.
 
Tips for Fostering Accountability:
 
Communicate clearly. Encouraging a more accountable culture makes it easier to assume responsibility. Start by clarifying your expectations and the consequences for not meeting them. Ensure that you understand what others expect of you as well.
Be forgiving. Help others to be truthful. Respond with mercy rather than anger. You’re bound to need a second chance sometime too.
Exchange constructive feedback. Talk with others about how to make progress moving forward. Share specific observations, praise, and criticism. Be grateful for any insights they give you.
Provide a role model. By assuming more accountability, you can automatically have a positive impact on others. You’ll be teaching your children an important life lesson and contributing to a healthier workplace and society.
 
Accountability is a skill that grows stronger with practice. Take charge of your life by assuming responsibility for your actions. You’ll empower yourself to build the future you really want.

Thinking Big in Work and Life

Michael Kohan (Mukunda Chandra das) Wellness Entrepreneur | Health and Life Coach | Yoga Teacher
 
Living Life on Purpose:  Mindfulness | Yoga | Spirituality | Healthy Living | Personal Growth
 
Podcast:  Thinking Big in Work and Life
 
Free Circle of Life quiz by visiting www,elevatelifeproject.com/life/
 
Get Ready, Get Set, Go! Learn How to Create Effective Goals and Live Your Life ON Purpose.  Extraordinary Goal Course https://elevatelifeproject.com/goal-setting-coaching-e-coaching/ 
 
If you liked this Podcast, please subscribe in Itunes and write us a review.  This is what helps us stand out, so more people can find this show.  To Write us a Review please open up this Podcast in the Itunes Store  on your computer and search for Living Life on Purpose  https://elevatelifeproject.com/living-life-on-purpose-podcast/ 
 
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Thinking Big in Work and Life
 
Do you feel like your life is mediocre? Are you less than happy with your current state of affairs? Perhaps your goals are too small. Have you ever considered that maybe you could be and do much more than you’re currently demonstrating?
 
Thinking big is your ticket to a new life!
 
Consider these ideas:
 
Avoid contentment. Have you ever noticed that when your life takes a dip below what you consider acceptable, you’ll work like crazy to restore the normal balance of your life?
For example, you’ll do plenty to replace your lost salary if you lose your job. However, you won’t work nearly as hard to double your salary.
Avoiding contentment isn’t the same as being constantly dissatisfied. That wouldn’t be an enjoyable way to live. However, if you want to achieve something more, it’s important that you strive to be more.
Big goals are exciting. Going camping at the state park for the 10th year in a row is fine, but odds are you won’t be that excited about doing it again. Your first trip to Rome might be another story. Few things feel better than excitement and anticipation. Big goals can provide you with both.
If your goals aren’t exciting to you, try aiming a little higher.
Big goals require real change and growth. Dropping five pounds or earning an extra $500 this year require little change and growth on your part. Losing 60 pounds or tripling your salary will force you to make some major changes.
If you want to become all you can be, you don’t have to join the military. You can just set and achieve big goals.
Thinking big reduces the number of distractions in your life. If you have something big that you’re trying to accomplish, you don’t have time to worry about the little stuff. You become more focused and mentally relaxed.
Having a significant objective in your life makes life simpler, and in many ways, easier.
Thinking big expands your world. Thinking big forces you to identify your strengths and weaknesses. It forces you to do things you’re not comfortable doing. Your world expands when you become comfortable with things that used to make you feel uncomfortable.
Big thinking can also expand your belief of what is possible. You can challenge limits. You need to view the world in a new way to accomplish big objectives.
Imagine the change of thinking required to develop the first airplane or to run a sub 4-minute mile.
Your goals might not be as grand, but your thinking will have to evolve in some way.
You’ll view common challenges in life as much smaller. When you’re trying to make your first billion dollars, a leaky faucet seems like small potatoes. When your plan for the evening is to watch Seinfeld reruns, a leaky faucet can make you think, “I just can’t catch a break.”
 
Thinking big does a lot for your enthusiasm, creativity, and ultimately your confidence.
 
It can also do wonders for your social life. Imagine telling a date that you’re working on a plan to dig water wells in Africa. That’s a little more intriguing than talking about the 240-game you bowled last weekend.
 
Thinking big is claiming your right to have an exciting and meaningful life. You can do whatever you set your mind to. You just need to set a big goal and persevere. Raise your thinking and your life experience will follow.