Whether we realize it, or even like the fact, our minds and bodies are constantly changing. Simply observing the world around us creates impressions and memories which change the brain and the contents of the mind. Old cells die, and new ones form. To a large degree, constancy is an illusion. It's ironic, then, that millions of people resist change, particularly changes that can make major differences in fitness, longevity, economic health, and enjoying life.
The number one barrier to our clients's success is how they respond to the need for proactive change. By that term, I mean self-initiated changes in behavior patterns. More simply stated, I am referring to changing habits. Habits are repeated actions that become stronger over time. For this reason, kSero focuses a good portion of its practice on children and parents, when lifelong habits are forming. Psychologists have written thousands of pages about habits and habit strength, and I don't want to discuss theory here. I want to provide some basic, practical information.
The mind is the most powerful agent of change. If you believe fundamentally, regardless of what you say, that you cannot change, guess what occurs? Resistance. All the knowledge about what to do and how to do it have little impact.
On the other hand, if you believe that you can make changes, success is not just possible, it's highly probable. I have personally witnessed complete transformations of people and their families from unhealthy patterns to healthy patterns, starting from the simple belief that change is possible.
Another critical factor is moving from ideas to action, and then repeating that action until a new habit occurs. Coaching, as well as supportive friends and family, and centers (gyms, yoga centers, kSero) can make the difference between both short-term and long-term success and failure.
Regardless of how many times you have attempted change, realize that it is a natural part of life and that you have the power to do it.