The problem with so many of us is that it’s easy to fall into a negative thinking pattern.
We start thinking “negative scripts” like:
In fact we need to do the opposite. We need to fill our minds with positive scripts like:
Be proactive about your business, your job and your lifestyle. Start to dream about what you want to do and where you want to be.
Imagine what it will be like to achieve a particular goal. Imagine the vision. Speak it out loud. Tell your closest friends. Voice and refine the vision.
Talk about this and related ideas with others.
If your vision is to branch out, then talk about the skills you might need for it. When you have an idea – ask people what do they think about this.
You will get very clear about what you want and you will develop a group of positive scripts to help you make it happen. Your enthusiasm becomes contagious.
Keeping the ideas inside you keeps them from becoming fully formed. Be brave and voice your ideas to someone who might be critical. Be persistent – that’s what makes us successful.
Persevere to achieve success. Repeat your vision in different ways.
Now try this quiz:
Circle a number for each question.
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Vision script index 1 = strongly disagree, 5 = strongly agree) |
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I usually set goals for all my projects. |
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I have at least one trusted person I can turn to for advice. |
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It’s hard to visualise ideas in detail. |
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It’s good to test your ideas on friends. |
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I focus on what I want to achieve. |
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Obstacles usually set me back. |
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I usually break down my goals into achievable steps. |
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I prefer not to discuss my ideas. |
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When I start something I usually finish it. |
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I don’t believe people can change. |
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I get defensive when I’m criticised. |
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I am successful. |
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Add up your scores to give you your Vision Script Index: ………………………
If your Vision Script Index is 50 to 60, you most likely have very powerful success scripts and you are already enjoying being successful. A score of less than 40 means you need to change your Vision Scripts.
Click here to see the video Succesful Thinking Habits
Eve Ash is a motivational psychologist and founder of SEVEN DIMENSIONS (www.7dimensions.com.au). Eve is the co-producer of the best selling DVD Successful Thinking Habits from the TAKE AWAY TRAINING SERIES and is co-author of Rewrite Your Life! And this quiz can be found in the chapter on vision scripts.
James was the editor and publisher of SmartCompany and LeadingCompany for five years. He is now the Australian Financial Review‘s companies & markets editor, and a former BRW editor.
