It’s Not About “New Year, New You”

As I continue reflecting on this new year, I’ve come to a powerful realization:

It’s not about being a new you—it’s about ongoing modification.

This isn’t a reset. It’s a refinement.

Why I Teach Modification, Not Reinvention

Behavioral Tools Should Guide—Not Judge

As a professional behavioral assessment trainer, I facilitate tools similar to the Myers-Briggs—only more in-depth.
And when I introduce them in training sessions, I always start with this:

“This assessment is not meant to change who you are.”

Instead, these tools are designed to help modify behaviors by highlighting your strengths and giving insights into areas of improvement.

Removing the Shame from Growth

I say this up front because I’ve learned that when people feel their behavior is being “fixed,” their defenses go up quickly.

But when I reframe it as modification—the message shifts:

• “I can improve.”

• “I’m a work in progress.”

• “God is not through with me yet.”

As cliché as it may sound—it’s true.

Modifications are always in the making.

A Year of Personal Modifications

My 2012 Lessons for a 2013 Perspective

The past year—2012—was both exciting and challenging.
But the most valuable thing I’m carrying into 2013 isn’t a resolution.
It’s a modified perspective.

I’ve changed the way I see:

• Pity – I no longer attend pity parties

• Limits – I no longer dwell on the “can’ts”

• Rejection – I’m no longer intimidated by hearing “no”

Every rejection, obstacle, and moment of self-doubt?
They’ve all been used by God as motivational tools to shape and modify me.

I’m Learning to Embrace Myself

As a result of this transformation, I’m now embracing:

• My wonderfulness

• My progress

• My potential

I’ve come to understand that change isn’t a one-time event—

It’s the result of continuous modifications over time.

Let’s Modify Together

Start with Prioritizing What Matters Most

Here’s what I’ve found: modification requires movement.
And for many of us, the first area that needs adjusting is our priorities.

If that resonates with you, I invite you to join me for the “Prioritizing Priorities” Session.

Let’s make intentional, continuous modifications—together—and create the kind of change that lasts.