Intentional Choices

These two words (intentional choices) pack a lot of meaning. Also, I am finding in my own personal life that these two words are very difficult to fulfill. Doing things on purpose isn't always apart of our American culture. You hear so many stories of success based on the fact that they made a mistake, or as a result of a failure.

I can't help but question what results we would get if we were to do things on purpose. If we truly had a plan and executed that plan. I am not saying that great things do not come from mistakes, but what I am saying is that greater things should come from being intentional. Here are some examples of being intentional (when otherwise it would have been a thought):
1. Calling a friend that just lost a loved one
2. Making a financial budget for the day
3. Setting reasonable goals/ tasks to accomplish for the day-- and complete them
4. Not doing more that you are truly capable
5. Intentionally spending time with your family (because you planned it)

The list could go on and on.

Here is an example of me being intentional: last Friday, I got up right when my alarm clock went off, I let Tucker out and fed him, I ate breakfast, and went straight to the gym. After working out, I went to weigh-in, and went straight home. I let Tucker out again and took a shower and got ready for my day. I packed my work/ school bag and went straight to the Mudhouse to do school work. I stayed there for hours and got all my work done for that day (which I had never done this semester) and got to hang out with friends that evening.

I was really proud that I made intentional choices all day, and how well I could really use the 24 hours I had in a day. So, my question to you would be, are you being intentional? If you aren't, I would definitely reconsider!