The Power of Choice

I am off to China next month - I am very excited.

The tour run to China is all about choices.
We start the day with the most extraordinary breakfast. The most insane array of options on a buffet. Tables and tables of options!

We do a lot of shopping - the size and population of China give us so many more options than what is available in a country the size of NZ.
There are never-ending options all able to be made into the size, colour or design of your choice!

We eat loads of different foods - so many restaurants- so many options.

I love choices. The power of choice is both a blessing and a challenge. It gives us the freedom to create our own destiny, but it also requires us to take responsibility for the impact of our decisions. Believing that you have the power to do, get or have what you want is a game changer in how you live. The week-long trip to China was designed to help people to step into their possibilities. To step into their power, mostly the power to choose.

I am blown away by how many choices people do not make. They tell themselves that they don't have any choices. They believe that they are stuck. If you believe that you are stuck, then you are right! 

Making choices is about thoughtful and intentional consideration. Embracing these states helps us to live a life that is loaded with purpose and fulfilment.

Our choices have consequences. They have a ripple effect that extends far beyond ourselves. Every decision we make has the potential to impact those around us – our family, our friends, our colleagues, our community, and even future generations. Choice is a powerful wand and we must use it with integrity and caution. We need to be aware of the implications of our choices and approach our choices with a sense of responsibility and compassion. 

Making a choice is one of the most powerful things you can do for yourself. It's a decision that can change your life in ways you never imagined. Whether you're aware of it or not, you're constantly making choices, big or small, that shape your future.

Choices are powerful because they can change your life. They can also change the lives of others. Last night, I saw the movie "This Ends with Us" A powerful story about the impact of domestic violence. A different choice could change your future. Through the choices you make, you can unleash your incredible human potential. 

Five important life choices that need to be taken seriously are:

  1. Choose your people:
    The people you let into your life have a huge impact on your life. Having a partner that supports and understands you is what you deserve. Surrounding yourself with interesting people who love and challenge you is a great recipe for living well.

  2. Choose your rules:
    Each of us gets to decide what we will and will not tolerate. What behaviour you find acceptable and what is not ok. What you tolerate becomes a permission that you unconsciously give. We treat people how to treat us and we have the power to change our rules at any time!

  3. Choose the type of work you do:
    We spend a huge amount of our adult life working. It makes sense to do work that you love. Work that you find rewarding and uplifting. If you do not like the work you do - what are you doing about it? What do you want to do? What's possible? What is available?

  4. Choose your health habits:
    If you fuck up your body, you will have nowhere to live! Fact. Looking after yourself is your responsibility and each of us makes multiple choices every hour that impact our bodies and overall health. Sitting, standing, walking, eating, drinking and moving....

  5. Choose your beliefs:
    Whatever you believe, you are right! If you believe that life is tough, then it will be. If you believe that you cannot rely on anyone, then that will be your experience. Catch the beliefs that are roaming around in your head, examine them and then decide which ones you are choosing to keep.

Your choices today determine your tomorrow!

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