The Power of Commitment

When you hear the word commitment what comes to mind?  Do you think of words like promise, pledge, vow, obligation, dedication, loyalty, faithfulness, etc.?  If so, do you feel exhilarated by hearing those words or do you feel fatigued and defeated only to sweep your dreams, desires and goals under your imaginary rug? Commitment is the art of staying focused on the desires, dreams, and goals we have in our hearts.  Without it our hopes and dreams are irrelevant and we begin to live a defeated life void of passion and purpose.

I recently read a quote by Anthony Robbins who is a self-help author and motivational speaker that says “One reason so few of us achieve what we truly want is that we never direct our focus; we never concentrate our power. Most people dabble their way through life, never deciding to master anything in particular.” Commitment requires hard work and a tenacity to never give up. It’s required in marriages, dating relationships, career goals and other aspirations one may have.  Let’s face it, life is demanding and everyday we’re faced with new challenges to overcome.  Everyone has experienced a time where their commitment to a person or goal has waivered.  We begin the journey of giving up but we feel a nudging in our hearts that tells us to hold on, give it another try or simply stand still. It’s at this point we need to activate our faith and believe what we’re hoping for will manifest. 

Mastering the art of commitment will ultimately alter the trajectory of your life.  It will inspire you to perform to the best of your abilities, demonstrate to the world that you are serious about taking action, while giving you the opportunity to protect and strengthen your credibility and reputation with yourself and others.  Think about it, as you exercise the art of commitment you will be strengthened to face life challenges.  We won’t feel so vulnerable to the desire to give up and leave our marriages, end friendships, quit jobs, hesitate on starting a new career, move to a new state, leave an unhealthy relationship or simply voice our opinions.  Commitment is powerful; it’s a part of the foundation of who we are and without it we’re not living to our full potential.  Today make a vow to increase your level of commitment so you are a beneficiary of its power in your life.

Created by:  Olympia F. Boyce
Founder of Women of Divine Exellence
http://www.womenofdivinexcellence.org

I'm Expecting!

Last Sunday, I heard a life changing sermon from our Bishop and it compelled me to share.   The statement that got me thinking was “There is a difference between believing and expecting.”  It caused me to ponder if I was stuck in the stage of believing great things are going to happen in my life or am I in the state of expectation.  You might be thinking, so what’s the difference?  In my own words, believing keeps you in a mental space but expecting shifts you into action.  Expecting causes you to do something.

When a woman goes from believing she is going to become pregnant and discovers she is expecting a baby, everything changes.  Her new state of expecting requires her to do things she was not doing when she was simply in the position of believing it would happen.

Expectation creates…

·         An attitude shift – Expecting causes excitement and motivation which becomes a driving force. 

·         A language shift – Individuals in a state of expectation tend to speak in present tense.  For example, phrases such as “I am” instead of “I will” are used.  Speaking in present tense keeps you more conscious.    Even when a woman cannot physically see the baby she speaks as if he or she is already here.

·         Preparation – An expecting woman starts to prepare by eating right, choosing baby names and/or designing the baby room.   If you expect to be an artist, homeowner, or a career shift you must start preparing.

·         A celebration – When in the state of expecting you do not wait to celebrate you start early.  A baby shower usually happens before the baby is born.  This event allows everyone to celebrate with gifts, well wishes, and advice for the expectation of the new arrival.

It is important to believe; however, expecting brings you closer to the goal.  I hope you join me as I shift out of simply believing and into the world of expectation.  Expect the great!