Beginner's First Step: Success In Life

1: Make the decision to stop being average.

This is one of the most important steps to success in life.  You may know about setting goals (which I will cover in a minute) but many people overlook the importance of this first step.  You need to make the decision, once and for all, to stop letting yourself be just another average person.

2: Realize Your Dreams.

If you can, close your eyes for a moment and take a deep breath and try to relax.  Try to push all the thoughts out of your mind.  Now I want you to ask yourself a question and try to be honest with yourself when you answer.  Ask yourself, “If I could change anything in my life what would it be?”  This can be anything, where you live, what you do for a living, anything.  After you’ve answered your question, paint a picture in your mind of what this changed situation would look like.

3: Set Goals.

We have all heard about the importance of setting goals.  Well, it’s true, but how do you go about doing this.  Let’s start by defining what a goal is.  A goal, in this case, is a set guideline of when and how to complete a task. So if your goal is to reach your dream than you would decide what needs to happen and how quickly you can and want it to happen.

4: Find Ways To Stay Motivated.

Now, the hard part.  The first three steps are very easy compared to this one.  Anybody can do what we’ve already talked about.  But what sets apart the average person from the successful one is the ability of that particular person to consistently put forth the effort to accomplishing their goals.  That is where motivation comes in. Do not let haters come in your way!

5: Enjoy The Process!

Just as important as the first 4 steps, this one requires little effort but is often missed.  And notice that I didn’t say, enjoy yourself when you reach your dream.  The process should be rewarding on it’s own as you are seeking to get the most out of every day. Keep working on it and don't let it fall, because who knows one day thing would happens and you would be disappointed. Keep it up and Good Luck!