We all have bad habits, some more so than others.

However, when these habits prevent you from progressing in life or living up to

your full potential, then it’s time to ditch them. It’s not about attaining

perfection but more about living an authentic life and being someone that others

enjoy being around.

The following as some things we should fight against

doing if we are serious about being happy in the long as well as short term.

1. Jealousy:

That green-eyed monster means you no good. Many a relationship, career and

friendship have ended because of this negative emotion.

2. Unnecessary

Distractions: We all get distracted but the trick is to not stay in that

mode.  Focus on a goal and have increment

checks to ensure that things are moving at a steady pace.

3. Procrastination:

This trait has been the cause of many missed opportunities.  It’s okay to put off doing the laundry; it is

not okay to postpone looking for a job or paying your bills.

4. Drama:

Some people have drama buzzing around them like flies on a cow patty! Avoid

mix-up.

5. Self-doubt:

This makes you fearful of taking chances and risks and without risks there can

be no real rewards. No one is saying be reckless but at least be reasonable.

6. Lack of confidence:

This and self-doubt work as a formidable pair to try and conqueor you but you

need to see yourself in a favourable light, even if you have  to fake it until you get it.

7. Indecisiveness:

You should at least have a basic idea of what you are good at and work from

there. No one has all their ducks in a row but write down the pros and cons of

what you like doing and use it as a launching pad to narrow down your options.

8. Lack of

Discipline: Without discipline you won’t get very far in life. Sometimes it’s

just a matter of getting up early for work or handing in an assignment on time,

just stop with the excuses.