It's time to face facts - Oprah did

I was inspired by Oprah last week as she started the week with a focus on creating a better life in 2009. Oprah is once again battling her weight and she now realises that she doesn't have a weight issue, she has a self-love issue.
The point that got me thinking was the fact that Oprah realised that she needed to face facts and be honest with herself if she was going to move forward.
Its a very important point for everyone planning their goals. Where are you currently at? It's time to be brutally honest with yourself. Unless you are, you won't be working from the correct starting line and you won't achieve what it is you want to achieve. Think of it like booking a holiday to Hawaii. It's no use booking your flight out of Sydney if you live in Melbourne. You won't get there. You need to bridge the gap from Melbourne to Sydney.
The same with financial or career goals. Be honest where you are currently at. Do you need to do extra work or extra study to bridge your gap? Do you need to complete a financial statement to see where you are really at?
Be honest about your health. What do you need to do ensure energy and vitality in 2009. Does your diet need an overhaul, do you need to find out the facts about the food you are eating, or would you benefit from a little more exercise. You may also need to consider how your relationships are.
Facing facts will enable you to make the tough decisions that will help drive you forward to success.