The Time for Change is Now!
September is an ideal time to start afresh: the kids go back to school, summer is coming to an end and it brings the anticipation of renewed energy! Early Autumn is the ideal time to set objectives and adopt new habits.
So here is some motivation to kickstart an all improved you and set yourself up for success!
My children are returning to school tomorrow and to mark the occasion I wanted to share a 4 part series on how to get ahead of the game & focus on some new goals this September. Who needs to wait for January?? So today’s topic is…..
Learn something new & exciting!
Why should our kids have all the fun? Taking on new challenges and meeting new people helps boost our confidence and gives us fresh motivation. September brings us a wealth of adult learning classes and courses – so why not explore and see what takes your fancy?
ACTION PLAN
DO WHAT YOU LOVE
Don’t just choose a course because your friend is and she’s asked you to go along. Pick something that you have intrigue for, something that you have wondered about for a while and not had the guts to go yet. Have you ever tried Spanish cooking? How about finally working out how to Photoshop your digital scenic photos from your summer holiday 5 years ago?
DON’T FEAR FAILURE
When you try something new, you wont always get it right first time. Be prepared for this. Accept that you may make mistakes – but that is part of the learning experience! Don’t give up. Try putting some sticky notes with inspiring quotes next to your bed or on your bathroom mirror for a motivational boost.
GET GUTSY
Many people drop out of their classes as their enthusiasm drops – but GET GUTSY and persevere. Success doesn’t come from natural talent. What is just as much as important (if not more) is a blend of passion and grit. You will take a while before you get comfortable with what you are learning. Find that self discipline and stick with it. You can do it!
So, what would you like to learn? Let me know in the comments!
Joanna Clute
I’ve learned along the way to stop fearing failure. Within failure is where I learn the most.
SimpleAdmin
Joanna CluteThis is so true! As that saying goes: you want a rainbow? you gotta put up with a little bit of rain!
Naya @ Lactivist in Louboutins
My kiddos just started school and I’m about to start doing something new for me. I recently joined a fitness group and am a little intimidated to start. Tomorrow’s my first day, here goes nothing!
SimpleAdmin
Naya @ Lactivist in LouboutinsThat is brilliant! Well done for committing to it. You will only flourish from it.
Ashley
Thank you for this inspiration! I needed it!
SimpleAdmin
AshleyMy pleasure! I hope you find something to persue
Amelia Furman
It just so happens that I’m fleshing out a whole new style of art work this fall. I didn’t purposefully plan this for the fall, but it coincides nicely. I’m going to have to be gutsy and try new design methods and painting methods. Yikes! I’m scared and excited at the same time. That’s my “New” for the fall.
SimpleAdmin
Amelia FurmanThat sounds amazing! I always find that the best goals are the unexpected ones that you don’t plan for. Good luck and let us know how it goes.
Leila
So inspiring! Thanks for sharing!
SimpleAdmin
LeilaThanks so much!
Rebekah @ The Mama Bear Blog
Thank you so much for sharing this awesome post. I love the idea of September as a fresh start!
SimpleAdmin
Rebekah @ The Mama Bear BlogThanks for your kind words!
Lauren | also known as mama
Thanks for the back to school inspiration! Sometimes we need it as adults too!
SimpleAdmin
Lauren | also known as mamaIndeed we do! It is such a good time to refresh
Eryn
I completely agree! Fall is a perfect time to take on something new and get out of your comfort zone! You’ve inspired me!
SimpleAdmin
ErynI am so pleased to hear that! Let me know what you choose to do 🙂