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Fake it till you make it!
Posted 10-11-2009 at 12:59 PM by Sandra Bostwick
Somehow, I can't believe that there are any heights that can't be scaled by a man who knows the secrets of making dreams come true. This special secret, it seems to me, can be summarized in four Cs. They are curiosity, confidence, courage, and constancy, and the greatest of all is confidence. When you believe in a thing, believe in it all the way, implicitly and unquestionably.
Walt Disney
I think I'd like to spend a few days on this quote. Today I want to discuss constancy.
I was talking with a friend today, and we were discussing momentum, particularly the way the once you get moving you seem to keep moving, but once you plop on the couch, you tend to remain plopped on the couch.
We both have things we are so eager to accomplish today, but, at the same time, there's that couch! Oh, and did I mention the remote?
Or maybe your plopping place is in front of the computer, or perhaps it is at the kitchen table with a snack. Some people enjoy a good group plop with other people who are sitting around thinking about what they should be doing, but not really doing it.
To get something done, you need a measure of constancy. You need to unplop and get moving toward the goal.
But, my friend's dilemma was a lack of motivation. For some things, I have to admit, I have the same lack of motivation.
Here's what we came up with, though. It seems that the internal dialogue before deciding to either move or plop, it can be a toss of the coin which way you go.
What if we just err on the side of constancy?
What if we just say, I spend 30 minutes power walking every Sunday and I'm off to do it now. Or, in her case, I decided to spend some time dealing with backed up mail today and I'm going to do it right now.
To just jump right in there and cut out the hour-or-so of back and forth inner dialogue, even if you aren't sure about it.
Could that have a fake-it-till-you-make-it effect?
I sort-of went through that with blogging today. I wasn't really sure if I wanted to do an entry at all, but I decided to do it anyway and, for what it is worth, here it is! By sitting down and starting as if I wanted to, I ended up with the entry I promised myself I'd keep up with every day. Constancy, as Walt said.
And now it's time to go off to my favorite walking path by the castle to do my power walking which, by the way, always includes the Disney parade music I have on my ipod.
And, thanks Jen, for inspiring me. Hope the mail and the basement work out for ya!
Walt Disney
I think I'd like to spend a few days on this quote. Today I want to discuss constancy.
I was talking with a friend today, and we were discussing momentum, particularly the way the once you get moving you seem to keep moving, but once you plop on the couch, you tend to remain plopped on the couch.
We both have things we are so eager to accomplish today, but, at the same time, there's that couch! Oh, and did I mention the remote?
Or maybe your plopping place is in front of the computer, or perhaps it is at the kitchen table with a snack. Some people enjoy a good group plop with other people who are sitting around thinking about what they should be doing, but not really doing it.
To get something done, you need a measure of constancy. You need to unplop and get moving toward the goal.
But, my friend's dilemma was a lack of motivation. For some things, I have to admit, I have the same lack of motivation.
Here's what we came up with, though. It seems that the internal dialogue before deciding to either move or plop, it can be a toss of the coin which way you go.
What if we just err on the side of constancy?
What if we just say, I spend 30 minutes power walking every Sunday and I'm off to do it now. Or, in her case, I decided to spend some time dealing with backed up mail today and I'm going to do it right now.
To just jump right in there and cut out the hour-or-so of back and forth inner dialogue, even if you aren't sure about it.
Could that have a fake-it-till-you-make-it effect?
I sort-of went through that with blogging today. I wasn't really sure if I wanted to do an entry at all, but I decided to do it anyway and, for what it is worth, here it is! By sitting down and starting as if I wanted to, I ended up with the entry I promised myself I'd keep up with every day. Constancy, as Walt said.
And now it's time to go off to my favorite walking path by the castle to do my power walking which, by the way, always includes the Disney parade music I have on my ipod.
And, thanks Jen, for inspiring me. Hope the mail and the basement work out for ya!
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I have great big plans; for next weekend I think.0 Pixie Dust
Posted 10-11-2009 at 03:19 PM by daddyof2princessess 
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That's awesome!! Thanks for the post!
It's Thanksgiving here in Canada, so a big THANKS for motivating me everyday to paint... the blog helps to remind me that I am not the only one that wakes up and tell myself "it's all gonna be worth it... keep going"!!
p.s. I loved what you wrote about your daily exercise while listening to the parade theme song from the park... that sounds like so much fun! I work out everyday and I think that is so fun! I want to try it and because Alice plays on the computer while I workout, she'd enjoy it too... Without risking walking into a pole or a stranger, I'd close my eyes and be on Main St. USA with all the smells and sounds! Mmmmm....
Have a great night and I will watch for her request! Thanks again!
And everytime you post a blog about internal dailogue... just know that you help me to paint more and more because I can tell myself now that one more day of painting can either make my dreams come true or I can go clean those toilets and mop those floors at work for one more day... It's up to me and this helps me atleast push a little harder... and I will keep humming the Main St. Parade music the whole time!!
Thanks Sandy!!
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Posted 10-11-2009 at 10:49 PM by A.Daley
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The responsibilities, the regular things in life have been interupting our progress in our den project. We enter into the house through the den door though so it is there everyday to remind me. I just hope we get a break soon to be able to continue with our Den that Simba can love
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Posted 10-11-2009 at 11:19 PM by GoofEme
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Thanks so much for the responses and the check-ins!
I know just what you are saying! I've seen the same problems. I have found that, in some ways, an online community gives me a shot in the arm.
I think I forgot to mention how the exercise thread in The Challenge forum here that has been a real motivator for exercising! I LOVE signing on and clocking my exercise minutes.
On the other hand, checking in to motivate others takes up alot of time and, in some ways, can be a time distraction from exercise.
I think a motivation blog can present the same problem...you have to check in, but it takes time to do that!
So, thank you to those who check in, to those who post, to those who just read, and to those who have checked in once but continue with your projects on your own.
Sorry, I'm rambling. I was up ALL NIGHT with a sick cat and the coffee has not kicked in yet.0 Pixie Dust
Posted 10-12-2009 at 09:21 AM by Sandra Bostwick
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Just remember Sandy that it is not your responsibility to motivate me... as much as I love it, need it and enjoy everything you say... taking your own time to kick your own ass is well deserved. I hope that someone puts in the same time and effort you do to push you a little harder.
You keep everyone coming back to the blog so regardless, you are doing something right for all of us! We love and need you so every once in a while, why not post a blog about all that you need to hear to make it through the day...
take care of your cat... we will forgive you if you take a day... but only one
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Posted 10-12-2009 at 11:47 PM by A.Daley
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OK, Angie, clearly you have me mistaken for someone who is unselfish and altruistic!
I AM doing this for myself. The daily accountablility is helping me to really zero in one what works and what does not when it comes to making good use of my time.
The posts from readers telling me they are moving along with their projects makes me motivated and validated.
The posts from readers adding their own experiences helps me to learn.
Oh, and I love my cat, so taking care of her just keeps her around a while longer so I can keep loving her.
As far as bloggin every day, I promised myself I'd do that, and I'm just following through.0 Pixie Dust
Posted 10-13-2009 at 07:57 AM by Sandra Bostwick
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I guess that applies to washing the dirty dishes that are piled up in the sink?
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Posted 10-13-2009 at 07:21 PM by christiejay
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It is especially useful for dirty dishes. I've never started that job thinking "Oh, yay, dirty dishes! WOO HOO!!!!!!!!!"0 Pixie Dust
Posted 10-13-2009 at 11:46 PM by Sandra Bostwick
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It took a few days to build up the "courage" (a theme I've picked up from your last few entries ) but I washed most of the dirty dishes ... hopefully I can force myself to finish up tomorrow. Between this and dusting, I don't know which I detest the most! 0 Pixie Dust
Posted 10-21-2009 at 08:58 PM by christiejay
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That is a great start! Thanks for the update.0 Pixie Dust
Posted 10-22-2009 at 03:18 PM by Sandra Bostwick
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ANy progress on that courage?0 Pixie Dust
Posted 12-21-2009 at 10:44 PM by Sandra Bostwick
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Well I been off on my project between school ending for winter and my cold wish goes off and on each day. Oh yeah and my apartment mate who got hospitalize on Sunday while I was out to lunch with a friend. I have no Idea what happen but they are finding other things that hasn't been look relating to his MS so he will be there for awhile. I haven't had the place to my self in awhile so It feel weird and feel good at the same time. Even though I have a much different disability then he does it motivate me (without saying anything)to keep moving my body and keep my mind sharp. So today will will be doing several project that need to be done hopefully I can do it and I will do it.0 Pixie Dust
Posted 12-22-2009 at 03:32 PM by TNTWheels
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I see what you mean, Todd. It is wierd to be in a place by yourself when there is usually someone there. I am so sorry to hear about your roomate. I hope he is OK.0 Pixie Dust
Posted 12-22-2009 at 04:41 PM by Sandra Bostwick
