Tracy believes we all have the potential and ability to alter patterns for success. He believes each of us can accomplish extraordinary things. We just need to act on that potential, know how to get started and remain consistent in order to be successful for a lifetime. To help us do this, he provides us with 15 habits we need to adopt in order to change our patterns and be successful no matter what our goal may be. This includes weight loss.
Brian Tracy’s Fifteen Habits
Consistent Positive Mindset
- Every action, every step, begins with a thought.
- Positive thoughts lead to positive emotions.
- Positive emotions lead to positive behaviors.
Create SMART Goals
- S stands for Specific. Create a clear, concise statement that defines exactly what you want to achieve.
- M stands for Measurable. Assign a number to your goal or some way to measure it so you can track your progress.
- A stands for Achievable. Make sure your goal is challenging, but also achievable, in order to remain encouraged.
- R stands for Relevant. Align your goal with what makes you feel happy and accomplished.
- T stands for Time Bound. Set a time frame to reach your goal and identify small milestones along the way to keep you focused and encouraged.
Eat that Frog
- Your frog is your most challenging and least desirable task that you have to achieve every day.
- Eating that frog early in the day reinforces that you can overcome obstacles early on.
- Prevents procrastination and focuses on achieving your goal.
Prioritize Your Physical Health
- Make physical health a priority.
- Schedule physical health into your calendar.
- When you are healthy, you feel positive and better overall.
Believe in Yourself and Your Abilities
- Self-confidence motivates.
- Provides courage needed to accomplish your goals.
- Go ahead and list all your positive attributes.
- Believe in your ability to change.
Have Fun
- Find a ray of fun in every day.
- Set aside a little time for a hobby you love.
- Watch a funny video.
- Read something uplifting.
Talk to Others
- Share your struggles within relationships that are safe.
- Bounce ideas off those you trust and respect.
- Accept opinions from those who have your best interests in mind.
Take a Break
- To avoid burnout, don’t chase goals without rest.
- Periodic breaks can have a positive impact on your progress toward your goals.
- Take a break in your day/week in order to reset and recharge.
Always Be Learning
- Try learning one new thing in your personal or professional life throughout the week.
- Prioritize learning as much as you can on a daily basis.
- Learning improves your quality of life.
- Knowledge exposes you to more opportunities that lead to fulfillment.
Stop Comparing Yourself to Others
- Every person and every goal is different.
- Everyone has different life circumstances.
- Comparing yourself to others won’t keep you motivated.
Push Yourself
- Remember why you’re doing what you’re doing.
- Reflect on how it will change your life and the lives of those around you.
- Different results require pushing yourself to do things differently.
Stay Consistent
- We’re all guilty of starting things we never finish.
- Learn to stay consistent day after day, even on tough days.
- Outline your plan for tomorrow the night before.
Be Prepared
- Sometimes life won’t cooperate with you no matter how consistent you are.
- Think about what to do if things go off the rails.
- Decide ahead of time how you will react to derailments and what your action plan will be.
Stop Looking for Shortcuts
- Achieving takes time, patience, and consistency.
- Your goal is to get the best out of yourself under most conditions and circumstances in life.
- Learn to adapt and change with your circumstances.
Change Your Definition of Success
- You learn to succeed by succeeding.
- The more you achieve, the more you can achieve.
- Success builds confidence, self-discipline and the belief that you will be successful the next time.
Identify Ways You Can Alter Your Patterns For Success
Every one of these 15 Habits/patterns are important. Hopefully, you have identified ways you can alter your patterns for success. Start to implement your new patterns immediately. Put them into play and create a habit/pattern that is automatic. This is proactive and will set you up for success.