Get Things Done. Take 21!

Get Things Done. Take 21!
by Maria Gracia

Ever begin doing something that you do for a few days,
and then simply stop doing it?

For example, let's say you promised yourself that you
were going to file papers immediately before they got out
of hand, but then something else came up, and the next
thing you knew, you had another pile of papers that
needed to be filed.

Or perhaps, on January 1 you made a vow to yourself to
exercise for 20 minutes every day. You exercised for a
few days. But then, by January 5, you gave up.

This happens to everyone on one occasion or another.
But, you really can start getting things done!

Next time you really want to do something, and you want
to actually start and continue doing it, realize that doing
it for one, two, or even three days in a row is usually not
enough.

It takes at least 21 days to form a habit. This means that
you have to do something at least 21 times before it
begins to become part of your everyday routine.

So . . .

1) Decide exactly what you want to do. Write it down and
post it where you can see it every day, like your bathroom
mirror. Be as specific as possible.

2) Schedule time to do what you want to do. Again, it
takes 21 days to form a habit, so schedule at least 21
days on your calendar and don't let anything get in the
way of your schedule. If you miss one of your scheduled
days, it's best to start over and schedule another 21
days. You must be consistent and dedicated to doing what
you want to do.

3) Once you reach your 21 days, congratulations! Don't
stop now though, schedule another 21 days, and then another
and so on, until you do what you want to do, without even
thinking about it . . . like brushing your teeth.

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by Maria Gracia - Get Organized Now!
http://www.getorganizednow.com

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