There is something about a running start. It creates a clear trajectory and gives you momentum, which are two pieces that cannot be underestimated in the journey towards success. Putting everything off until January can feel ok now, but once January 2nd hits, you can feel dead in the (very cold) water. That’s why looking at your 2014 goals and launching one of them this week can give you an exponential advantage.
One domain that carries a ripple effect across work, home and your personal well-being is wellness. If the intention is to start eating healthier or exercising as part of a New Year’s resolution, can you imagine if you started one small good habit now? For example, snacking on veggies in the afternoon instead of the cookies in the vending machine? How much better are you going to feel through the holidays?
Taking just one step now can create confidence in yourself in knowing that you can effectively make a change. This has a tremendous psychological impact because when you can believe in your own capabilities it only adds to the drive to keep going.