Two words...

Two little words that could change your life, that blur your ability to be honest with your self...

Any guesses??

I'll share this quote while you think about it...

"The best years of your life are the ones in which you decide your problems are your own. You do not blame them on your mother, the economy, or the president.  You realize that you control your own destiny." Albert Ellis

What words did you come up with??

If you thought of "can't" and "won't", you're right.

How often do you throw these words around?
"I can't find the time to get up and workout every day."
"I can't forgive her for what she's done."
"I can't ask for help."
"I can't (fill in the blank) because...I can't afford it, or I'm afraid to..."

99% of the time when you say "can't", what you really mean is..."won't". You're not willing... You will not. 

In other words...you don't really want to...

You don't want to do the work, or take the chance, or be uncomfortable or inconvenienced.

Let's try replacing that can't with won't...
"I won't get up and workout every day."
"I won't forgive her for what she's done."
"I won't ask for help."
"I won't (___) because I can't afford it...or I'm afraid to..."

Feels a little different, doesn't it?? 

When you use the word "can't", you feel like a victim, powerless with no control over your time, energy or choices. You take no responsibility for your life.

"Won't", however, helps you feel and show up more powerfully. You remember you are the one in charge of your thoughts and actions. You get to determine how you live your life. You feel more alive and energized.

So, my friend...which word will you choose today?

(Have you read Everything is Figureoutable by Marie Forleo?? You will learn about this and so much more!!)

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