“You will never find time for anything. If you want time, you must make it.” - Charles Buxton

Have you ever said, “If I can find the time…” I used to. It is a common phrase in our culture. If you think about it for even a second, it is obvious that is statement is little more than an excuse. Wouldn’t it be more honest if we simply said, “that is really not a priority to me,”?

So, if we know this statement is true, why do we sometimes get stuck in that loop of “if I can find the time…”

It’s a program.

How does one reprogram their subconscious?

In my experience, the first step is awareness. The second step usually involves support. This could come from friends, a mastermind group or even a coach. One way I have found to be effective is to have others listen to what I say and how I say it and I permission them to interrupt me when I do and allow me to re-phrase it. Albeit this takes time and consistency, this is one of the most effective ways I know how.

I tried for years, and I reprogrammed my thoughts with everything, including a coach. I read books. I listened to audio, went to seminars, and more. It wasn’t until I hired a coach that I saw significant improvement in my language. As I chose my words and phrases more carefully, everything began to change. It all started with awareness. Do you find yourself saying things like “If I can find the time…?”
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