Webbs Norman was a beloved friend of mine. He died several years ago at a ripe age. And I miss him. I love him and return to his words often. I thought of Webbs when writing this post, as we move toward choice.
Nothing grates on me like these words, “I have no choice.” To that I say, we are always at choice, always. I may not always like the choices, yet there they are. It’s how I choose that impacts my life. Below is the Inside/Out Model a structure that is foundational in choosing a life you love. (Fran Fisher)
When I am faced with a choice, it often occurs in the circumstances of life. The outer rim of the model circumstance is where life shows up, job loss, the pandemic, sickness, whatever. When I choose from circumstance, they are in charge of me. Here’s another way. Example – I want to lose weight. Looking at the model start with the small circle, values.
Step One: What are your values ? Health, Wholeness, Strength, Love
Step Two: What is my Belief/Principles? A Healthy Body supports my success in life. Energy is available when I give up carrying the weight of my life and others. Feeling strong gives me hope and courage to transform my life in any way I want.
Step Three: What will you choose on top of your Values and Principles? The idea of finding a plan that supports your foundational values and beliefs will give you the ability to choose beyond the circumstances. I am in charge of the path I take and the choices I make. Be willing to Fail Fast and correct your course! Remember the vision and values that you use as the foundation of your life. Now make your plan to manage the circumstances.
Remember you’ll wake the gremlin and they will work to stop you, “You never finish, you always quit, why even try, My request – don’t listen to them. The more success you have the louder that voice becomes. Notice it, let it go and stay the course.
Using the Inside/Out Model: Plan you work/Work your plan, Write it down & Journal at least 3x’s a week.
Next Week – Putting it together, Accountability