Constant Reminders

Some of the tools I'm using to stay focused on handling my old job effectively while also thinking about the pleasures of my New Job are a variety of constant reminders. Since I'm working to change old habits that are decades old, I'm finding that I need extra reinforcements throughout the day. Here's what's helping right now:

Hourly Journal

While I don't always write something every hour, I do write in my journal several times throughout the day. This journal is just a blank lined book with a cover image that appeals to me. When I'm dealing with a tough situation at work, or just feel like I need to remember my goal more clearly, I write a page in my journal. Most often, the notes are about how wonderful my New Job will be and some of its details. Sometimes, though, I also write about how I will deal with my old job and some of the situations it throws my way.

"The Secret" on Facebook

What a thrill to find a "Secret" Fan page on Facebook. I keep this open on my computer throughout the day and check in every so often to read the latest motivational and inspirational posts from Fans throughout the world. It serves as a wonderful reminder to stay positive and continue to work toward what you want in your life.

Book on CD

I pop a disc of the book on CD into my computer, and when I'm performing tasks that don't need my mind (like filing, cleaning up paperwork, etc.), I listen to "The Secret" book on CD. What a great reminder tool.

Meeting Topic

I'm really grateful that my employee is aware of, and agrees with the concepts of, "The Secret. This allows us to openly discuss it at work. Instead of focusing our meetings on boring or unpleasant work tasks, we focus on what our goals are for the day, our desired outcomes related to specific situations, and providing moral support for one another when we find ourselves dealing with potentially unpleasant scenarios.

All of these tools are helping to keep me focused on what I WANT to have happen in my life. I'm really enjoying putting all of this to work, and want it to develop into a lifelong habit of working toward the good in life.