How Invested are You in Your Relationships?
February is, arguably, relationship month! Due in no small part to Valentine's Day.
I was reminded several times in the span of one day recently of the importance of consistency. It was prevalent in so many areas that day that I really had to take notice. One particular topic was about relationships; something I never really thought about within the context of consistency.
Consistency, yes, in habit change, in health, in finances, in one’s employment, and in one’s spirituality, but never had I considered consistency in relationships. And then I saw a short segment by an individual, unfortunately I cannot recall who it was or where it was that I heard it, who spoke about (in a nutshell) how easily we give up on relationships without really pursuing what we’re trying to achieve.
(they) spoke about how easily we give up on relationships without really pursuing what we’re trying to achieve.
Much like anything else in this world that we are trying to achieve, we must remain consistent and loyal to the process by which we are pursuing our goal, whether to restore a relationship or to begin one.
We give up far too easily, presuming that what we are doing is not working! Truth be told, there are many instances where the process isn’t “all it’s cracked up to be!” However, it is vitally important that we give the process enough time to prove itself.
There is another key, when used in conjunction with consistency, that will create an almost perfect storm which is far more effective than consistency alone. That key is persistence.
Persistence is carrying on a task even in spite of difficulties.
Consistency is regular and unchanging.
Persistence requires a tenacity and keen desire to achieve the desired effect/goal. And there must be a belief that the process is the right one for consistency to work.
The marriage of persistence and consistency has far reaching effects as it is implied that it must occur over time. The desired effect/goal does not happen overnight!
So be patient and kind to yourself as you make mistakes and succeed over time in habit change, health, finance, employment, spirituality AND relationships.
I have coached and mentored individuals, and facilitated small groups for over 30 years. I am a strong proponent of walking the walk and talking the talk. When I know something works, I like to pass it on to others!
Go to heatherlynnecoaching.com/workshops for more information and to register for my upcoming workshops or seminars!
About Heather O ‘Reilly
I have coached and mentored individuals, and facilitated small groups for over 30 years. I am a strong proponent of walking the walk and talking the talk. When I know something works, I like to pass it on to others!
Join me and start your journey to spark meaningful change in your life. Discover new strategies and develop good habits by registering for our upcoming workshops at heatherlynnecoaching.com/workshops