Will Power

[Diana]

Any suggestions on how to increase will power?

There are many things I desire to do to better my life. I just can't summon enough will power to follow through. My zen attitude of "just do it"only works short term and temporarily at best.

I have some practical advice. You have taken the first step by having the intention. You'll want to get as clear as possible about your intentions. Now, two practical things that will help:

1) Finish everything you start. If you start cleaning the house, do it all the way until it is completely done. Any project you start, finish. Don't allow ambivalence or laziness to rule your actions.

2) Set healthy boundaries. Say no to things, and yes to things, after reflection and practical consideration.

These two things require self-discipline. Self-discipline is what you need. It takes work, follow-through, and commitment. Humans are wired for energy conservation; this is the primal brain and instinct rearing its head. Create new habits to override the old. Keep trying no matter how many times you fall short. Remember that everything you accomplish helps the entire planet--little bits of light that are added to the sum of light.

On the other hand, it's perfectly fine to do nothing. But if if you are feeling conflicted, that's the energy you are generating. It would be a good idea to resolve it one way or the other.