Have you ever set a goal for yourself, worked hard to achieve it, and then found that you've slipped back into old habits, feeling like you're starting all over again? In my three decades as a Human Potential Coach, I've seen this scenario play out time and time again. 

It's like climbing a mountain and then sliding back down just when you think you're about to reach the peak. This common challenge arises from a simple truth: without knowing the deep-seated reasons behind our actions, any progress we make can be temporary. 

You might think you want to earn more money or get a promotion because that's what success looks like, right? But often, there's more to it. Maybe it’s about security, proving something to yourself or others. Maybe it's driven by fears rooted deep in your past experiences.

Understanding these can transform the way you approach your personal and professional life. Let’s start this journey of discovery and transformation, shall we?

The Power of Understanding Why

Many of us set ambitious goals, like earning a significant income or reaching a professional milestone, without fully understanding the motivations that drive these goals. 

Individuals often aim for financial goals like making $100,000 a year. However, beneath this financial target often lies a deeper, more personal value: the fear of returning to a state of poverty or financial instability experienced in the past.

In these situations, there's often a misalignment of values. Let's say your goal is to make $100,000 a year. Initially, you're motivated and start making more money, driven by the underlying fear of being broke again—something you experienced growing up when your family often struggled and felt they never had enough. 

However, once you reach a point where you feel financially secure, that initial drive diminishes. What tends to happen next is that you might find yourself slipping back into old habits.  At this point, your financial progress starts to decline. This cycle can repeat itself until we address the real reason behind our goal.

Identifying and Resolving Misalignments

This cyclical pattern where progress is made and then lost can often be attributed to misalignments between our conscious goals and our subconscious values. When these are not in harmony, our efforts can be undermined by our own mental and emotional blocks.

The Role of Personalized Coaching

By really getting to the heart of why we do what we do—understanding the root causes of our actions—we can lay down a solid foundation for lasting change. This journey involves diving deep into your fears, desires, and past experiences to uncover how they shape your current behavior. 

With these insights, we can develop tailored strategies that not only lead to significant personal and professional growth but also ensure that this progress is meaningful and lasting.

I offer a personal coaching approach because I know that everyone's journey is unique. Instead of offering generic, one-size-fits-all advice, I focus on crafting bespoke solutions that specifically target the challenges and obstacles you face. 

This personalized approach doesn't just increase your self-awareness; it actually empowers you to be fully in charge of your own development and growth.

Conclusion

Remember this: digging deep to understand what really drives your actions is absolutely essential to your growth. I, Curtis, am guiding you through this journey, and I want you to think about the root causes—the real reasons behind what you do. 

By truly understanding these, you align closer to your core values, and that’s where the magic happens. You don’t just achieve goals; you achieve the goals that fulfill and satisfy you deeply, the ones that matter most. 

This isn’t just about hitting targets; it’s about discovering who you are and transforming your life in the most meaningful ways. Let’s embark on this journey of deep discovery and lasting change together. Ready to transform? Let’s go!