THE LIFESTYLE OF GIVING IT YOUR BEST

“Too many people wait around for something to happen, hoping for the best. They seem to be waiting for someone else to take the lead, even if the task at hand is something they are uniquely suited to do.”-----------Thomas K. Connellan, Bringing out the Best in others.

In order to give your best, you need some level of energy, focus, discipline and motivation and the belief that you can succeed at what you set your mind to do. Learn when to do two things: push yourself and take a break. This is a principle I have applied in my home, at work and in all aspects of my life and I tell you what, it works! 

How amazing will it be if you could feel motivated and enthusiastic about anything you involve yourself with like having more energy to give to your family, friends, work and energy for yourself too! It is definitely possible.

I have met a lot of people who succeed at giving it their best not just in their personal lives but also in their works because they have the energy and positive attitude required which see them through challenges.  Often times these people may be facing significant difficulties in their personal lives yet they manage to bring great positivity and energy to life each day.Three things I've practised over the years which have worked for me and helped me to continually feel motivated to  give my best are: 

1. I have made the commitment to give my best2. I take care of myself so I feel my best3. I've made up my mind to be focused in order to be at my best for the people I care about.  I know it sounds quite easy to say ‘give it your best’! But let me show you some principles I apply every day that work for me. I have come to believe in them which you too can adopt and over time will become essential parts of you.      

• Start setting personal goals that will help you give it your best
• Form the habit of taking short breaks throughout your day to renew/refresh and recharge
• Make changes in the things you can so you can give it your best
• Make a decision to be engaged and committed to what you are doing
• Start building and improving your skills cause you feel capable, dependable and confident that way
• Don’t be a ‘lone ranger’, rather be present in the lives of others
• Always get help for personal issues that are affecting your energy
• Turn off work at the end of a work day
• Look after yourself
• When feelings of stress are getting in the way, learn to manage them
• Above all, pray to God, because prayer sustains you. 

 I sincerely hope someone’s life will begin to take a more beautiful turn around as you start applying my personal tried and worthy principles to ease the complexities of everyday living.

Have a fantastic week! 

Laura Nwodo