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Monday, July 25, 2011

Positive Leadership: "What Have I Become Used To?"


It has been said that people can get used to almost anything. We believe this to be true, especially if it happens gradually over time. When you get used to things being a certain way, you develop what we call a “comfort zone,” which is pretty much just what it sounds like. Adaptability can be a good thing, but not always.

If you are used to cleaning up your house every day because you like things neat and tidy, you will be uncomfortable when the sink is full of dishes. You will experience tension until you restore order.
On the other hand, if you are used to a pile of dirty dishes in the sink, it won’t bother you at all – unless, of course, you are expecting company. Then, the things you’ve become used to and comfortable with may suddenly become very un-comfortable. “That’s OK for me,” you may think, “but I don’t want my company to see it like that!”
People who go on crash diets before a big event, or clean out their car before they pick up the boss are doing the same sort of thing. But think about it – aren’t you worth the same considerations as your company? Don’t you deserve to live by the same high standards that you adopt to impress others?

Take a look at your life. What have you become used to over time that you never really meant to happen

If you want to change your comfort zone for the better and raise your internal standards, correct use of affirmations and imagery can be a great help. Tell the people close to you what you are trying to do, and stick with it. You can get used to excellence, too!

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