Personal Growth – Intentions Versus Reality

by | Jul 4, 2024 | Training tips

Make Your Best Intentions Stick

This post covers:

  • Making intentions stick
  • The good news
  • Overcome the time trap
  • Small changes. Big wins
  • Quick wins for personal growth
  • Why microlearning works
  • Upgrade your life

Are you riding the endless self-improvement roller coaster? Maybe you’ve just dipped your toes into the world of bettering yourself. Either way, you’ve likely felt the sting of failure when intentions don’t meet reality. The result? That crushing “Why even bother?” moment.

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With books, courses, and podcasts telling you everything you’re doing wrong, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Add the constant battle between intention and reality, and no wonder follow-through becomes the hardest part.

So, who actually has time for daily reflection or meditation? I’ll tell you: the people who reap the rewards of those habits. They didn’t start perfectly, and they stumbled more than once, but they stuck with it. Now, those rituals are non-negotiable.

 

 

Here’s the Good News

You’re not alone in failing to follow through. Less than 5% of people finish online courses. Why? Lack of consistency and failure to implement what’s learned. The barriers to growth are simple but universal:

  • Time Poverty – Life gets busy, and new habits fall through the cracks.
  • No Implementation – Learning without applying is just passive consumption.

But here’s the thing: micro changes and smart environment changes can turn the tide.

 

Turn the tide

Small Changes. Big Wins

Want to turn intentions into actions? Start small. Environment and consistency are your secret weapons.

Take a tip from entrepreneur Steven Bartlett. He wanted to DJ for years but never touched his equipment—it was gathering dust in his bedroom. Then he moved it to the kitchen. That simple change created a habit. Then came the mastering part.

Quick Wins for Personal Growth

Set the Stage: Create an environment that makes action easy. Put your tools, gear, or reminders front and centre.

Start Tiny: Begin with bite-sized changes. Five minutes of language learning. One new habit at a time.

Make It Rewarding: Stack the habit with something you love—a playlist, a treat, or the satisfaction of crossing it off.

Keep It Simple: Complexity kills momentum. Small, consistent wins build massive results.

Overcome the Time Trap

Stop saying you “don’t have time.” The truth is, you’re overspending it on things that don’t move the needle. Learning something new doesn’t have to mean hours of study or expensive courses. The solution? Microlearning.

This science-backed method delivers small, digestible lessons you can slot into idle moments. Whether it’s brushing up on a skill or mastering something new, the key is regular, manageable practice.

Why Microlearning Works

Traditional self-defence classes are a perfect example. A once-a-week session at the local hall isn’t enough to make skills stick. Compare that to a five-minute daily online practice. Frequent repetition transforms moves into muscle memory, making them instinctive—even in high-pressure situations.

WarriorUp is designed to fit into your life. Practice simple yet effective techniques while the kettle boils or during a quick break from your screen. Add mental visualisation into the mix, and you’ll lock skills into your mind and body for life.

Upgrade your life

What could be better than knowing you can defend yourself? Hopefully, you’ll never need to, but think about it, that confidence will ripple through every area of your life.

Personal growth is more than a trendy buzzword—it’s about unlocking your potential. Most of us only use 30% of our physical strength in a lifetime. Imagine what you could achieve if you pushed beyond that. This self-defence training is the perfect way to do just that. 

Confidence isn’t just earned—it’s built through consistent, purposeful action. 

With WarriorUp, you’re not just learning a skill—you’re building a life-altering mindset. One that stays with you forever. Ever heard of ‘freezing in the moment of fear’? We teach you how to use your own hysterical strength to tap into the kind of superpower you dreamed about as a kid. 

Fact – In 1977, Laura Schultz, a 63-year-old grandmother lifted a car to save her 6-year-old grandson.

 

Be the hero in your story.

Are you ready to make your intentions a reality?

Your 2025 goal is to 

  • Micro learn 
  • Practice
  • Master

Be the hero in your own story. Be mentally and physically ready for anything. Watch how this improves all areas of your life.

Dip your toe in with the first micro-lesson today. Get WarriorUp Module One today.

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