Stress and Goals – Overcoming Challenges for 2010
As we are rapidly approaching the end of the year, you may be feeling a bit overwhelmed by all the holiday activities, changes in weather, finances and the cold and flu season, to name a few. This time of year brings on a lot of stress in families, particularly with grandparents who are raising grandchildren. It is also a time when people begin thinking about their New Year’s Resolutions and their goals for the future.
Are you struggling with your goals? Have you put your goals on the back burner to take care of family matters? Or are you trying to accomplish your goals but are doing it on your own? I must tell you that, even though people say they want to do things on their own, this is not always the best solution.
There is a belief out there that if we ask for help, we have failed, or that we are unable to accomplish our goals. Some believe that if they ask for guidance that they are not worthy of the outcome. This is far from the truth. Building relationships and having people in your life to mentor, coach, train or hold you accountable is the cornerstone of achieving your goals.
The most successful people in the world have had someone in their life to coach them, mentor them, serve as role models or provide them tools that have helped them, their business or their goals leap forward. It is not a sign of weakness, but a sign that you are ready to take action!
There are two ways of looking at relationships:
Building relationships and partnerships with those whose goals are in direct alignment with your goals and have achieved success in those areas. I’m sure you have heard the expression, “Don’t reinvent the wheel.” Use strategies, techniques and advice from those who have “been there” and “done that,” or from those who can help you get from where you are right now to where you want to be. Some examples would be hiring a coach, working with a mentor, going to a training seminar, or attending a free teleclass or webinar, or joining an association or support group.
Building relationships with people closest to you. These people would include your family members, friends, co-workers and other people with whom you have a bonded relationship.
Connecting with people who have the same goals in mind, or who are in similar situations as you can be most effective. You are able to gain support from those who may have already faced similar circumstances as you, and can offer advice to help you achieve your goal.
Stay tuned for more information about building relationships to achieve your goals. In the meantime, I want to invite you to two free teleseminars coming up next week:
On Tuesday, December 15th at 2pm Eastern, I’m offering: “Put Your Goals Into Powerdrive: 10 Keys to Achieving Success in 2010.”
On Thursday, December 17th at 3pm Eastern, I’m offering: “Got Stress? Get Relief Now! 6 Strategies for Peaceful Easy Living.”
Click on the Teleseminar name to register and find out more information.
Warm regards,
Kay L. Fontana
“The Grandcoach”
