The Change Thief

I have zero tolerance for a change thief. Why? Because they lack personal ownership. Plain and simple. Action words that describe a change thief are blaming, criticizing, finding fault ... in other people and/or circumstances for the reasons "they are stuck like they are". This is their easy way out because they do not have to carry any responsibility for change. It's always someone else's fault. Do you know anyone like that? Can you relate to this?

In the health and wellness field, I work with many people who want to lose weight. I once encountered a change thief who stated, "I would not be this fat if I never had children". Trying to be empathetic, as many women do change weight after childbirth, I asked how old her children were. She stated that they were in college. COLLEGE !!! Are you kidding me? She was trying to blame her weight TODAY on something that was 18+ years ago. Not a chance!

I challenged her to answer the following questions as related to her weight struggle: (and I ask you to test yourself if this scenario sounds familiar):

Who is responsible for what you put in your mouth? - She is

Who is responsible for seeking assistance to help with her weight challenges? - She is

Who is responsible for exercising? - She is

It isn't her children's fault, at this time in her life, that she is struggling with her weight. It is her's. It is her story to own. Sorry if that sounds harsh, but it is the truth. And until you "own" authentic information around your present circumstances, you cannot own your change. Without acknnowledging authentic information you lack the foundation to start change. What better day than today to take responsibility to own your happiness? This comes from gathering authentic information in preparation for the change you are looking for.