The Difference

The difference. 

“There’s a difference between interest and commitment.

 When you’re interested in doing something, you do it only when it’s convenient. 

When you’re committed to something, you accept no excuses; only results.”

Kenneth Blanchard

It’s easy to be interested in something. Often times when you first start something new you are all excited about the possibilities. However, as time goes by your interest might wane, and you find yourself not sticking with what you once found so interesting. 

Commitment, on the other hand, is harder. It requires self-discipline and patience, something that isn’t always easy. However, ironically it’s the commitment that in the long run that can bring you more joy. 

By sticking with a task, even a hard one, you get to experience the fruits of your labor. Nothing like the feeling of a job well done. A close friend of mine has committed to publishing daily on her blog. She just celebrated her nine year blogaversary. When you think about it this really is an amazing accomplishment.

At Weight Watchers being committed to a more structured routine has allowed my maintenance journey to be so much easier. When I was only interested I found myself struggling to succeed because my actions were so wish-washy. 

If you are finding yourself lacking motivation consider moving from interest to commitment. At first it may seem more difficult because of the discipline it may require, however over time you might be surprised by the results.