#542: More Consistency and More Follow Through

Podcast #542 MORE CONSISTENCY AND MORE FOLLOW THROUGH Inconsistency creates self-distrust and discouragement. Discouragement destroys hope. Knowing what you want to do, but not doing it, cerates a sense of hopelessness. When you feel this, it feels like there's no point in trying - and it's easy to get overwhelmed with the bigger picture. And then, ultimately, your own thoughts, words and attitudes create lack of consistency and lack of follow through, and thereby failure. But, when you change your thoughts and you'll change your outcome. You can decide today to become someone who doesn't struggle with consistency or follow-through, and as a result, your confidence will skyrocket In this episode of The Confidence Podcast, we're covering: * Why you're not consistent, and how that negatively affects your confidence  * The top 5 reasons you're not consistent & 5 ways to become consistent * The character traits of consistency * Becoming someone who follows through   REVIEW OF THE WEEK ABIDE SPONSORSHIP Can’t fall asleep? Find rest as you listen to bedtime stories by Abide. Doze off peacefully, as you meditate on God’s word. Abide is the #1 Christian meditation app. Abide users report less stress, lower levels of anxiety and depression, and better sleep. Abide’s meditations start at 2 minutes long. They’re easy to fit in your schedule, and feature topics like overcoming anxiety, managing stress, addiction and recovery, finding forgiveness, and more. Join the millions of people using Abide - including Grammy award winning singers, church leaders, and Christians like you.  For a limited time, our listeners will get 25% off a premium subscription, when you text “trust” to 22433.  Get started now with 25% off a premium subscription by texting “trust” to 22433. You’ll get additional stories and meditations, premium music, soothing sounds, and more. Support this show and get 25% by texting “trust” to 22433.  CONSISTENCY COACHING Fundamentals of consistency= DECIDE and then DO.  Why You’re Not Consistent -From Inconsistent to Consistent - Becoming a Person of Consistency * You haven't decided to be. * You aren't taking ownership of your responsibility to be * You are running yourself too ragged to even notice / you're floundering * You're holding onto past stories about how 1.0 You operated * You don't 100% believe that consistent effort will work  TOP 5 REASONS PEOPLE AREN'T CONSISTENT: Lack of Motivation: Many people struggle with consistency because they lack motivation or a strong reason to follow through with their goals or commitments. When people don't have a clear and compelling reason to do something, it can be difficult to stay consistent. Poor Planning and Organization: Consistency often requires planning and organization. If someone fails to plan ahead and organize their tasks, they may find it challenging to stay consistent with their goals. Distractions and Procrastination: Distractions such as social media, TV, or other time-wasting activities can derail a person's efforts to be consistent. Similarly, procrastination can cause people to delay important tasks and fail to follow through with their commitments.