Language is super powerful and words can change how a person feels.
There are phrases and words that open the door to doubt and uncertainty. There are words that imply some kind of necessity – words like:
- Should
- Must
- Ought to
- Have to
- Need to
These words carry a weight with them. It is our natural inclination to feel burdened by them.
Then there are words that imply possibility and choice:
- Can
- Will
- May
- Want to
What a difference!
So how can this get us moving and stop procrastinating? Simple – change your language from necessity to possibility.
Consider the difference in the motivation around these two statements:
- I must quit smoking
- I want to quit smoking
Change your language to change your life.