Perseverance For Everyday
Many of us know that feeling of overwhelm when we really do not want to continue doing the things we HAVE TO DO, we just want to stop, so when life’s challenges might feel overwhelming, this is where PERSEVERANCE comes in. It is a skill which involves the ability to persist despite challenges or setbacks in achieving what you want to, or in general when our expectations in life are not met.
The key lies in acknowledging that these emotions and accompanying thoughts are malleable. By elevating our thinking to a higher level or vibration, we can shift our perspective and begin to find optimism in the face of any challenge.
Steps for Adopting Perseverance
Mastering Your Mindset:
It involves carrying out tasks irrespective of our emotional state, triumphing over sentiments by employing the discernment of the higher mind. When we approach challenges solely from an emotional standpoint, we risk succumbing to the lower vibrational mind. The crucial step is to assess our current emotions and rise above the fog of external pressures.
Whether it’s tackling household chores, prioritising self-care, managing finances, organising clutter, completing projects. getting out of bed in the morning ready to work, leaving unhealthy relationships, or starting on a journey of self-love, navigating through these challenges requires a balanced blend of reason and emotional intelligence. Using our brain, gut, and heart.
We all meet challenges on a regular basis, some more than others. The key determinant in overcoming adversity and accomplishing tasks lies in our ability to persevere through by a shift in our mindset.
Start Now:
It does not matter if you feel like you have had an easy life or a tough life, experienced serious adversity or been to what seems like hell and back – you are now WANTING to start living a healthier, happier, and more productive life and achieve what you want to achieve! NOW is the time to start and work on understanding and implementing perseverance, so that it can serve you in everything you do. It’s time to revolutionise your approach to thinking and set the stage for positive change – CHANGE HOW YOU THINK ABOUT THINKING! Every moment is an opportunity for positive change.
Believe in Your Potential:
I know you can do it, why, because I have experienced it and I believe that if you are reading this, you are taking the first steps as you have that curiosity in you to better your life! You just must take the step to believe and then take a LEAP OF FAITH and DO IT. Perseverance is something you want to work on, on a regular basis, until you fully understand the benefits of it and how it will serve you well, throughout life, allowing it to guide you through life’s challenges and propel you towards the positive outcomes you aspire to achieve.
Learn how Determination and Perseverance work together: Achievement Through Determination and Perseverance
Revolutionise Your Routine
Kickstart a transformation in your daily life by incorporating these three game-changing principles; Routine Consistency, The Want To-Do List, and Exercise. Witness a noticeable shift in productivity and achievement as you take these steps. Gradually, you can extend your focus to address other aspects of improvement.
1. Routine Consistency
To lay the foundation for a routine start with a few uncomplicated tasks and daily practices, gradually evolving them into ingrained habits. A fitting example could be something as simple as making your bed in the morning, preparing lunches the night before, or reading for 15 minutes a day.
Then when you are ready, grab a pen and paper and contemplate your day and week, considering both home and work responsibilities and then devise a structured routine and commit to following it consistently, as this is an excellent exercise for fostering perseverance. Write down what you want your day to look like, what you would like to incorporate into you daily habits. Beyond enhancing your ability to stay on course, a structured routine presents the added advantage of simplifying your life, amplifying productivity through organised structure.
Embrace routine to carve out extra time and space for activities you love and the people you cherish.
2. The Want To-Do List
Maximizing To-Do: The Power of a Want To-Do Task List
Beyond your established daily and weekly routines, unleash the effectiveness of “Want To-Do” lists. Why do we call it “Want To-Do” because Must or just To-Do sounds like something we are not wanting to do. While it may not suit everyone, it can prove invaluable in prioritisation and gauging your productivity. Lists can feel like overwhelm for some, so if you find this is the case for you, start small, it could be something as simple as; make my bed, feed the cat, water the plants, until you get more comfortable in expanding them.
Kickstart the process the night before by compiling a comprehensive list of tasks you want to complete for the upcoming day. For your long-term goals, curate a separate list to keep track of ongoing objectives.
Embrace the power of Want To-Do lists to enhance organisation and measure your accomplishments.
Want To-Do List Prioritisation Guide:
- Urgency and Deadline: Start by identifying tasks with impending deadlines.
- Importance: Evaluate the significance of each task.
- Effort and Time Required: Consider the effort and time needed for each task.
- Impact on Goals: Assess how each task contributes to your long-term goals.
- Dependencies: If certain tasks are dependent on others, prioritise accordingly.
- Flexibility: Be adaptable. If unexpected tasks arise, assess their urgency and importance, and adjust your priorities accordingly.
Using these criteria, arrange the Want To-Do list based on what needs immediate attention, what aligns with your long-term goals, and what you can realistically achieve in any given timeframe. This applies to personal and professional task prioritisation.
Elevate Your Efficiency:
Begin your morning by setting clear intentions, engaging in a mini motivational meeting with yourself. “Go team me! Yay!” Read over your list and commit to making it an enjoyable challenge, a testament to your growing efficiency. As the day unfolds, add to your list as needed and triumphantly strike off completed tasks. Each day, strive to tackle your list completely. This practice not only enhances productivity but also actively reshapes your brain, turning it into a formidable force for carrying out tasks and getting things done.
Navigating Life's Surprises:
Here’s the catch though, completing every task on your list isn’t always possible, as life often presents unexpected challenges. However, it’s crucial not to fall into the habit of procrastination just because a task doesn’t align with your current mood. Remember the section above about mastering your mindset? This is where it might need to be applied the most. Accomplish what you can, even if it’s just one task; consider it a noteworthy beginning. For any pending tasks, transfer them to tomorrow’s list if possible, maintaining the momentum towards your goals.
Beyond the Physical Checklist: Empowering Soulful Practices
While there are physical things we need to get done in the day, let’s not overlook the nurturing of our souls:
- Embrace Gratitude: Dedicate a moment to express gratitude for every aspect of your life.
- Self-Affirmation: Remind yourself that you are more than enough. You possess the strength and capability to navigate challenges.
- Radiate Love: Declare to yourself, “I am loved,” cultivating a positive and nurturing self-perception.
- Embrace Beauty and Grace: Affirm your beauty and declare that you live in love and grace. Cultivate a positive and appreciative self-image.
- Share Unconditional Love: Extend your love unconditionally to the people who hold significance in your life.
- Mindful Pause: Allocate 5 minutes to clear your mind, engage in mindful breathing, and visualise the seamless process of accomplishing your daily tasks.
3. Exercise
Elevate Your Well-being:
Regular exercise isn’t just about physical fitness; it’s a powerhouse for reducing stress and enhancing attention and focus. This holistic approach provides not only physical benefits but also mental and emotional well-being. Consider this: professional athletes thrive on routines, systematically checking off challenges to achieve their goals.
Integrate the habit of daily exercise into your routine; add it to your “Want To-Do List”. By doing so, you accomplish three vital elements simultaneously: physical, mental, and emotional well-being. This strategic practice becomes a powerful avenue for honing perseverance and determination in your daily life.
We all have varying levels of fitness, so start with what you can do, from chair exercises ( Examples from the British Heart Foundation: 5 more easy chair exercises) , taking a slow walk, going to the gym, to running a marathon. Start somewhere! (NHS Live Well resources: Exercise)
Conclusion: Perseverance is a Skill
Like any skill in life, mastering perseverance and commitment requires practice, practice, and more practice. Begin with these steps, and you’ll soon find yourself excelling in the realms of determination and commitment to your endeavours. Initiate your practice now, hone your skills, and you’ll be well-equipped to navigate whatever challenges life throws your way. This proficiency is a key to living a richer and more gratifying life.