Have you been making resolutions, setting intentions, and repeating affirmations over and over and yet, somehow, your dreams of happiness, success and wellbeing still seem to be just out of reach?

Those resolutions we make with ourselves after the holidays and before New Year’s are POINTLESS... Typically they only serve to show us that once again we’ve missed the mark and fell short of what we wanted to happen and change in our lives. If you’re like most, then your resolution list each year is simply a copy of what you’ve written throughout the previous decade. It’s filled with wishes such as: Get in shape and Lose weight; Spend more time with my family; Get a better job; Repair the run-down things around the house; and so on. Do any of these rings true for you?

So, why do we go through the pain-staking process of writing down our resolutions each year . . . proceed to do really well on them the first two weeks, and then drop back to “normal?” Why do we torture ourselves and follow the “herd.”

It’s because we DO want to see resolutions move from the list to RESOLVED! It’s not a lack of desire but rather a lack of habit! Desire alone is NEVER enough! Consider the smoker who wants to stop smoking. Sure, they have the desire, but that desire alone does not bring about the change in mindset AND action.

The cure for the common resolution list is a firm understanding and resolve that THINGS WILL NOT CHANGE UNLESS WE CHANGE! That’s right—YOU must change in order for other things to change. Your habits must shift to be reflective of the WHO that you want to become and THEN the results WILL change! You attract into your life whatever you give your attention, energy and focus to... wanted or unwanted.

Take for example the most common resolution about getting in shape. The formula is simple (desire): spend more calories than you consume. SIMPLE! How does that look habitually? Your lifestyle (habits) must change. You must create the space in your day (perhaps less TV?) to give you that 30 minutes or an hour in order TO exercise and be fit. Your grocery list must change from processed, quickie foods to wholesome and nutrient-dense fruits, veggies, and lean meats. At first you’re likely to crave sugar and salt laden foods of your past, but if you just stick with it, your “cravings” will shift and you’ll feel more satisfied.

Yes, I know, it’s a LOT! The only task is thus deciding if you truly want it bad enough! NOTHING is impossible when habits are matched with consistency.

You can stop struggling. At last, you can learn how to attract the people, things, situations and opportunities into your life—deliberately—and enjoy the success and happiness you so richly deserve. The fastest and most effective way to invoke change is to find another person who wants what you want and then partner together for the BEST you both desire! You can hold one another accountable, share ideas and strategies for moving forward at a quicker pace, have fun with one another and relish in each other’s victories. It’s a great plan for a successful outcome! I’d love to assist you and support you for your best year EVER!! Please join me and other members of our community as we effectively unlock the mystery of the “New Year’s Resolution” and truly resolve to have the VERY BEST YEAR EVER! Join us on Monday, December 11th at 7:15 PM at Sea Change New York. Please either call 212-889-7300 or register online at info@seachangeny.com. Upon registering you will be given worksheets to formulate your success strategy for a New Year’s RESOLVED! This workshop is free for you and your most cherished guests and friends. Refreshments will be served. Call or email today to begin the journey of your BEST YEAR EVER!! Invite your accountability friend to join you and start 2007 with the BIGGEST bang EVER!

I am honored to be of service, friendship, and help to you! You are valued!!!

Show how much you love and appreciate others in your life by forwarding this to them today, please. It’s very likely that they do NOT have a source for inspiration and practical help. Thanks for wanting to make an impact in the lives of others! I appreciate you.

Yours in Wellness,

Deborah Musso, D.C.
Director/Success Wellness Coach
Sea Change New York