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Re:I thought I’d have accomplished a lot more today and also... by sirspacey on Thursday April 07, 2022 @10:25AM (#30944812)
I love “positive-curious” it’s amazing state to be in & inspire others to take. I enjoy helping people develop into their full potential!

I too used to think setting a high bar was the way to get there. Maybe at the start it is.

But then, when I consistently reached beyond what I was capable of, the cost of downfall became overwhelming. After years of that, I couldn’t get back up again.

Then I asked a new question:

What if I let go of “should?”

The justifications for taking action were masking something very beautiful.

When the “should” is gone, what’s left is intrinsic motivation.

Turns out I’m curious & love trying new things. I also attract people like that & enjoy hanging out with them.

Now I’m doing the most impactful work of my life, but with much less pressure on myself.

Sometimes I worry about all the things I didn’t do that I thought I would. Rather than turn that into “I’ll get back on track” I simply acknowledge that I’m feeling sad & experiencing some fear about the meaning of my life.

The gift I get in return:

I can be open with my team that I feel afraid, breath, and refocus on enjoying the day.

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