The Power of [I Want]: Will vs. Intent

Will as a Driver of Change

Within the emotional and behavioral factors that drive success in coaching, the power of "I want" occupies a central place.

This concept refers to the iron will that a human being possesses, the inner determination to move forward and genuinely commit to a process of change.

It is the deep desire that mobilizes us to pursue and achieve the goals we have set for ourselves.

There is no point in defining ambitious goals if there is no inner will, that engine that drives us to action and sustains us along the way.

The Insufficiency of "Trying

This power of "I want" is in direct opposition to the much weaker notion of "trying."

When someone is truly committed to change, things are not simply "tried," they are "done."

The attitude of "trying" often lacks the necessary conviction and commitment; it can easily become a safeguard against possible failure ("Well, at least I tried").

In coaching, a firmer stance is taken: either you commit to doing it, or you decide not to do it, but the gray area of "trying" is ineffective.

It is not a solid foundation for transformation because it lacks the internal obligation born of genuine wanting.

Non-Negotiable Commitment to the Goal

The power of "I want" implies a non-negotiable commitment. It means making a firm decision that the desired change will happen, without contemplating the possibility of backing out.

Until a person is truly committed, excited and with an irrepressible desire to achieve something, it is virtually impossible to make significant change.

This requires a 100% focus on results, a total dedication that can only come from that deep will.

Setting the objectives defined at the beginning of the coaching must be accompanied by this desire to make them a reality, not simply a willingness to "see if it can be done". It implies a pact with oneself.

The Momentum of Great Achievements

Observing people who have achieved great goals in various fields, such as elite athletes or renowned artists, one often detects this common denominator: they were very clear from the beginning about wanting to achieve it, an irrepressible desire that became their real driving force.

They harbored no significant doubts about their desire for change or their ultimate goal. This determination, born of "I want to," is what enabled them to overcome obstacles, persevere in the face of difficulties and stay the course toward their aspirations.

It is the fine line that often separates those who achieve extraordinary results from those who fall by the wayside.

Summary

The power of "I will" refers to the iron will and inner determination to genuinely commit to the process of change. It is the engine that mobilizes action and sustains perseverance toward goals.

This power contrasts with the weakness of "trying". When there is true commitment, things are "done" rather than "tried". The attitude of "trying" is ineffective and a safeguard against possible failure.

The power of "I will" implies a non-negotiable commitment, a firm decision that the desired change will occur without contemplating backing down. It is a total dedication that arises only from that irrepressible desire to achieve something meaningful.