Recognize and embrace your power to choose.

Linda Seagraves | | Practices |

You always have choices. Just knowing that gives you power. Managing your choices gives you focused direction, which supports discipline. Here are a few steps to help you get started.

You can use this exercise whenever you feel uncertain, stuck or trapped.

  • Identify an issue that needs your attention. Write it as a question, such as “What do I need to do to get a different job? Or “What do I need to do to have more friends?

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  • List possible options (At this point, avoiding evaluating the options and negative self talk.)
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  • Look at each option. Rewrite any negative options as positive alternatives.
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  • Choose one option to work on.

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  • Identify three action steps with target dates.
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