Of course, the OLLI team is all about motivation, and gets fired up whenever we can transfer any small speck of energy to someone else. So, I made sure I gave these 8 people as much enthusiasm and as many tools as possible to go forth and conquer 2013 like the crew of badasses they were.
In the weeks & months following, I found that the topics discussed and information provided were needed by so many people that weren't present for the workshop. I found myself going back to the content of this presentation over and over again for different clients, friends, and even people I had just met.
So, I share the presentation with you all and encourage you to pass the positivity on. Check out the slideshow & content below, as always contact us with any questions or if you are interested in our Lifestyle Coaching programs.
Intro:
Best way to be successful is to find out why you’re not
& what’s holding you back—so we are going to take a look at the some of the
excuses that keep us from getting after our goals, and then talk about how to
get through these obstacles.
We want you to leave motivated and ready to take steps in
knocking things out of the park. This is to help you, so feel free to speak up
anytime!
Worksheet:
To start let’s group up & fill out your assigned # on
the handout—this is for your reference and we will walk through it as we go.
Okay…let’s roll!
#1: “I
don’t have time”
àHow many of us have used this one? I get it…we are
all busy… (CLICK)
--Really
look at how you are spending your time everyday. Is each hour purposeful & moving you forward?
--Plan for
it…we have iPhones & calendars, plug it in. If you can schedule your
meetings & your social hours, you can schedule time to cook healthy meals
and get in a workout.
--Is
work more important than your health? Put yourself first!
#2: “It’s too expensive”
·
no such
thing as cheap food!”
o Think
about it…1 bag of lettuce for $3 or 1 salad for $8
#3:
“I’m not ready”
àREALLY think about this for a
second; if you knew you could not fail…what would you do? Okay, now think…what
is holding you back?
· Guys, to be successful, you HAVE
to be willing to be uncomfortable. You need to be okay jumping out there and
“dabbling with disaster” a little bit.
· Believe on your abilities &
know you will be successful
o
Pick one small goal
o
Map your plan
o
Aim high.
· Small success fuels motivation!
#4: “It doesn’t work”
·
Is it just a piece that isn’t working or your
whole approach? Think about it…if you have a flat basketball…there is nothing
wrong with you or the hoop, but you still can’t play the game. What needs to be
“pumped” up for you?
#5:
“Other people need my time”
àFirst off, no one’s time is more important than
your health. (CLICK)
· You schedule time for meetings,
dinners, shopping…why not for YOU?
· Really evaluate this
equation…are they doing the same for you?
· Think about the long term
effects, especially for parents in here, what habits & lifestyle are you
passing on? (SHOW PICTURE)
· Don’t get burnt out….trust us,
your family & friends will need you more as a healthy & happy person!
#6: “It’s boring”
·
Accomplishments=excitement
·
Get out & PLAY! What do you enjoy?
·
Change your outlook for a permanent change
o If
you fake a smile for long enough, it sticks!
o READ
QUOTE
#7:
“It’s uncomfortable”
àAnything worthwhile in life is a little
terrifying, right?
· It sounds cheesy, but seriously,
find something new, different, exciting each day. It not only enriches your
every-day, but it helps you feel more confident to tackle other scary things.
· Get a buddy so you aren’t going
it alone
· Prepare! Use resources available
to learn, practice, and gain new skills.
o
CHOOSE YOUR ATTITUDE, CHOOSE YOUR OUTCOME.
#8: “It’s inconvenient”
·
You do all these other things you’re supposed to
do to take care of yourself, so why not this?
·
Ask yourself…READ QUOTE
#9:
“I’m too…”
· GET INSPIRED
o
Christine’s story (75 year old bodybuilder)
o
My marathon training
o
Read No Opportunity Wasted
· Closely map your progress so you
can see changes and know you’re really not “too” whatever
· Practice envisioning what it
looks like when you’re not “too..” anymore. Now, what are you going to do to
get there?
“Your shortcomings can always be
made up for with hard work & strengthening your weaknesses. If you
underestimate yourself, you’re never going to be great.”
#10: “I
don’t know”
àWhat are you doing to change that, or have you
accepted it?
· Everything is at our fingertips
· Overwhelmed with information?
That is what we are here for!
· Always be willing to TRY &
LEARN!
NOW WHAT?
àMake
1 small change at a time to fuel your success
àTake
a look at what habits are moving you forward and what’s holding you back
à
Really seek out your best options & find your tools.
