Is Your Reason Compelling Enough?

Isn’t it interesting how we can say that we want something so badly, yet if we were being observed by someone (maybe a fly on the wall?), our actions would tell a different story.

I know for sure when it comes to keeping our commitments, the more compelling your reason for wanting it, the more committed you will be to your end result.

You’ve likely seen examples of this yourself.

Someone has a heart attack or a critical medical diagnosis, and the next day they change their diet dramatically or give up smoking cold turkey.

I’ve worked with women who didn’t think they could ever give up their beloved and daily wine habit, and then they become pregnant and don’t give it a second thought (sure, maybe they still have some cravings, but it’s no longer even an option in their minds).

These are clear examples of having a powerfully compelling reason, but this is often not the case.

For example, I’ve had many conversations with women who tell me they want to stop overeating, but sometimes there’s just not a compelling enough reason to stop.

It provides them with something – pleasure, relief, an outlet, entertainment, joy, etc.

I find this especially pertinent for women who don’t really struggle with weight (except maybe wanting to lose a few pounds).

They can “get away with it,” so to speak.

The benefit of overeating (the relief, distraction, or entertainment it provides) outweighs any negative consequences.

For some women, the overeating leads to other problems – stomach issues, IBS symptoms, or feeling chronically low on energy. So the weight isn’t a compelling enough reason, but the other health issues are.

Of course, the more pain you’re experiencing, the more compelling your reason will be to give up those things causing you pain.

You may have to dig really deep to find a reason compelling enough to be 100% committed to getting your desired results.

For some women, it’s about a future vision they hold dear to their hearts. Maybe they know that their current reality isn’t a true reflection of the life they’re meant to be living.

For others, their compelling reason is to show themselves what they’re truly capable of and be an example of what’s possible to their loved ones.

Some women I talk to just really want to fit into the clothes they used to wear, which may be a strong enough reason for them.

Try to look beyond just the short-term, though.

Sometimes I’ll have a client tell me that they really want to look good for an event or fit into a particular outfit for a reunion or a wedding they’re attending. And while those reasons are entirely valid, what happens after the event is over?

Will you continue with the progress you’ve made or slip back into familiar habits?

Take some time and come up with a compelling reason of your own.

Remember – the more compelling your reason, the more committed you will be to your end result.

Love Elaine

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