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Home » Personal Growth » Mindset is Critical when Making Lifestyle Changes (here’s why)

Mindset is Critical when Making Lifestyle Changes (here’s why)

October 18, 2016 by Evelyn Parham

woman-lifting-weightsYou finally decided that you are ready for a change. The right mindset is critical when making lifestyle changes.  If you don’t have the right mindset, you can kiss your quest for change good-bye.

Note:  The inspiration for this blog post comes from my friend.

My friend is ready for a lifestyle change.  It is an honor for me to walk with her on her journey; it will be an amazing adventure.

“Take the first step in faith.  You don’t have to see the whole staircase.  Just take the first step.” ~ Martin Luther King

Definition of mindset

Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary defines mindset as:

  1. mental attitude or inclination
  2. a fixed state of mind

The right mindset is critical

Be ready for change; believing what you want is possible.

Having a made up mind sets you up for success.  You cannot think or talk negatively about yourself.

It is imperative that you keep a positive attitude, because if you do not keep a positive attitude while making lifestyle changes, you will stop trying.

“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” ~ Lao Tzu

Mindset is important because it helps you:

  • stay focused on your goal/goals
  • follow through
  • have a positive attitude and outlook
  • embrace what is
  • love yourself
  • worry less
  • relax

“Don’t let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do.” ~ John Wooden

Final Words

Acknowledging that you are ready for change is the first step in having the right mindset. When you get your mind right, you do what you have to do without worrying about the of the outcome.

Perfection is not what you seek because you know that you will reach your goals.

Being determined is the key to having the right mindset.

“If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.” ~ Wayne Dyer

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Comments

  1. Lori-Ann Rickard says

    November 2, 2016 at 10:01 AM

    Oh my gosh, this is so true! If your head isn’t in it you’ll never succeed! You’ve gotta start with your mind before you can start with your body. You have to make a commitment to yourself to be the best version of you!

    • Evelyn Parham says

      November 2, 2016 at 10:29 AM

      Welcome! 🙂
      “You have to make a commitment to yourself to be the best version of you.!” Yes, I love this, Lori!

      Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

  2. Sapana V says

    October 26, 2016 at 11:33 AM

    Exactly, without a right mindset, we cannot excel in any field. We must have dedication towards our goal.

    • Evelyn Parham says

      October 27, 2016 at 11:42 AM

      Yes, you’re right!

  3. Michelle says

    October 23, 2016 at 7:39 PM

    Hi Ev,

    This article rings so true. Its difficult if not possible to change behaviors without changing ones mindset.

    I just signed up for your newsletter too so I can get notified of new posts but also because I still need work in the eating department! Can’t wait to read your ebook

    • Evelyn Parham says

      October 23, 2016 at 7:55 PM

      Hi Michelle, I am so happy you stopped by! 🙂

      Thank you for signing up for my newsletter. If you have questions about the information in the eBooklet or if I can assist you in any way, please let me know.

      Have a wonderful week!

  4. Carolyn says

    October 18, 2016 at 10:16 AM

    Excellent article! Mindset is very critical because once our mindset is changed, our lives are changed!

    • Evelyn Parham says

      October 18, 2016 at 10:55 AM

      Hey Ms. Carolyn. That is so true! It seems like almost immediately, doesn’t it? 🙂
      Thanks so much for stopping by!

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