Whatever your goals are, sometimes you need to consciously give yourself permission to achieve them. Here’s how to open your life up to success:

• Spend time with people who support you unconditionally. We often have a distorted view of ourselves and are blind to many of our assets. Being with people who believe in you helps give you a clearer view of your strengths and weaknesses.
• Don’t cling to old habits. Most of us have long-established patterns of behavior that have helped us in life—at one time. But people and circumstances change. Bringing an apple to the teacher may have worked in first grade, but your manager isn’t Mrs. Smith. Adapt your behavior and thought process to the present situation
• Devote some time each day. Ironically, you can get in the way of your own success by being addicted to ceaseless activity. Give yourself nothing without feeling guilty. This allows you to step back and assess where you’re heading and how you’re doing it.