A few years ago I had an opportunity to get a good look at the man in the mirror.  I was at a place where I didn’t want to lie to myself any longer.  You know how we all wear the mask & put on an act for the world so the real person doesn’t  get identified?

I discovered what my act was and I decided to give it up on the spot.  My act was that “I’ve already got  my act together.”  I was (and still am) good at making it seem that I’m quickly moving non-stop to the top of my game and living life completely on purpose.

Its a survival mechanism.  It allows me to stay cool & think somewhat rationally when others may be overcome with stress.  And it also helps me to navigate professional and personal life without giving up.  But I’m trying to walk on the High Road so  I don’t want to fool myself  into thinking that’s the real me.  This is the time for the authentic self to shine through.

I realize that I’ve been missing some important details on the road to self improvement.    Like really listening when people tell me something I need to hear or knowing what my next step or move needs to be.  So since I’m on a mission to eliminate self sabotage I’m taking some time to decide and declare what I intend to accomplish in 2010 (cool people say Twenty-Ten).  I’m really not one for resolutions but a chance to hit the reset button & at least feel like I’ve got a brand new start is too good to pass up.

So my word for this year is Simplify. I was reading Leo Babauta’s blog and decided to try his 6 Changes Method as I formulate my game plan.  One of my biggest personal challenges is doing what I say I’m going to do and doing it completely every time.   Traveling on the High Road is always more fun when you have a buddy or two to roll with so I”m inviting you to join me in creating a game plan for the year.

Drop me a line & tell me what you’re up to.  If  you need an accountability partner just leave a comment and we’ll help each other grow strong.

So have you got your act together or do you need help too?