11 Things to Regain After They’ve Been Lost or Disrupted

Why Regain? Return that which makes you better. Salvage.

“Trust and integrity are precious resources, easily squandered, hard to regain. They can thrive only on a foundation of respect for veracity.”

—Sissela Bok

Is there something which you have lost and miss terribly? Are there areas in your life which have slowed down, slipped away, or become confused? Is there something within your character that is valuable, but needs to regain its proper place? Would the quality of your life improve if you regained this certain something?

Whenever I recognize that something important has slipped away, or I feel it slowly diminishing within me, I take deliberate action to secure its place and position. However, sometimes it is easier said than done.

Moving from Florida to Wisconsin was a drastic change which disrupted my ‘norm’ in more ways than one. Although it has been a grand adventure for a new experience, my habits, routines, and expectations were knocked off kilter and out of balance. Simple comforts and confidences I once took for granted were tested during the transition. As I have adapted to this new life, I have finally regained my sense of rhythm, purpose, and well-being.

Ask yourself: Would I be more effective, efficient, productive, or happy if I were to regain an attribute or behavior that has gone by the wayside? Is there something which once was and I yearn for its return?

11 Things to Regain After They Have Been Lost or Disrupted . . .

1.    momentum by actively choosing to move forward to make progress.
2.    traction and stop spinning your wheels.
3.    trust by demonstrating integrity, respect, and honor.
4.    lost opportunities by pursuing new goals.
5.    focus by paying attention to detail.
6.    self-confidence by doing something valuable, even if you are afraid.
7.    self-respect by doing what is right.
8.    self-worth by loving and accepting yourself.
9.    self-esteem by doing your best and being proud of yourself.
10.    financial stability by being frugal and saving money.
11.    energy and vibrant health by taking excellent care of YOU!

“Every day you spend drifting away from your goals is a waste not only of that day but also of the additional day it takes to regain lost ground.”

—Ralph Marston

This blog is an excerpt from Susan’s new book, Release the Power of Re³ . . . Review, Redo & Renew for Positive Change & Transformation. To learn more, please visit www.SusanCYoung.com or www.amazon.com/author/susancyoung.