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Margie Hackbarth
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Amaging(TM) Growing Old On Purpose
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Trying on new hats
In Chapter 2 readers learn about an Amaging(TM) Affirmation framework to help older adults achieve goals. I like to describe this framework as a way to coach yourself through an incredibly challenging phase in life's journey. One coaching question in this framework relates to the type of person you need to become to be successful, "What new hat will you wear?" When launching this book I took on two new roles, an author and an entrepreneur. Some of my "new hats" include the hat of a long-term planner (prioritizing next steps), the hat of a marketer (exploring creative ways to connect with readers), the hat of a bookkeeper (getting to know spreadsheets intimately), and a few other hats, like a learner, a project manager and a more disciplined writer. Fortunately, the last coaching question in this framework recognizes sometimes wearing new hats can drag you down! “How will you encourage yourself?” While I have many, here's one example of a motivating quote that has encouraged me while trying on my new hats, "Results happen over time, not overnight. Work hard, stay consistent, and be patient." What's motivating you? What dreams or goals do you have that an Amaging(TM) Affirmation could coach you through -- one step at a time?
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Amaging(TM) Growing Old On Purpose
Step 4: Select a new “hat” to wear.
When picking out this new hat, it is more important to consider the process of reaching your goal than the type of person you will be once you reach your goal. Give thought to the type of person who will be most successful with the process. As an example, if you have a goal to exercise more, you may come up with the idea to wear the hat of an athlete. However, take time to reflect on the processes followed by successful athletes. You may then decide you want to wear the hat of someone who can be consistent, someone who will come back and exercise the next day even if he missed the day before. If you have a goal to eat healthier, you may come up with the idea to wear the hat of a thin person. After reflecting on the processes followed by thinner people, you may want to wear the hat of a planner who writes a grocery list and shops in advance, so the refrigerator is well stocked with healthier “grab and go” foods.
When choosing which hat to wear, consider the process that’s needed to reach your goal. What type of individual do you need to become in order to handle this new process?
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