It didn’t seem to matter that no one has ever uttered the word directed at me. I still dreaded it. Flaky. The mere thought of being considered flaky was enough for me to get defensive. Each derisive comment would float through my head as I imagine people’s inner dialogues while they ask what I’m up…
In a way, it’s almost cruel. I’ve written about my struggles as a person who resists inner expectations. If I tell myself I’m going to do something, there’s a good chance I’ll put it off when the time comes. Because of this, I use external accountability. I’m far more likely to follow through when there’s…
If you take on too much at a time but don’t know how to stop doing it, you’re not alone. Being chronically overcommitted is not simply a time management issue. It can actually be more than one kind of roadblock. Today’s episode explores what’s really going on and what solution to focus on first. Links…
After noticing some concerning patterns, I recently quit social media for a month. Although the decision was personal, there are professional impacts I can’t ignore. Today I’m sharing the changes I’ve experienced, what I’m still figuring out, and what’s next. Links Watch on YouTube Want to join the next livestream?• Subscribe to get email reminders…
Breaking a bad habit for good means fighting two battles, and when you’re struggling long-term, it’s because you only fought one. Today’s episode shares the example of quitting sugar, what it can teach us about the two types of cravings we experience when trying to break bad habits, and what’s needed for long-term change. Watch…
Why resist something you know it works well? In today’s episode, I’m sharing about how even when I know I’m more likely to follow through when I have external accountability, there are still times I resist it. I explore what’s going on, and questions you can consider if you are doing it too. Watch the…
The best way to change your mindset is to take action even when you are scared. But that’s easier said than done. In this episode, I’m sharing my favourite tip for when you are feeling stuck and hesitating to take action. Plus an update on my current experiment. Watch the episode on YouTube Links Find…
What happens when what you ‘should’ do is actually holding you back? If you are struggling to find or keep your momentum, it’s possible the list of things you ‘should’ do is part of the problem. Today’s episode is about knowing when that’s happening, and how to give yourself permission to let the ‘should’s’ go…
You know what it’s like. The frustration that comes when you know what do to but aren’t doing it. Often, the hesitation comes from fear. But what happens when you downplay your fears? Today’s episode explores the 3 words I often hear when someone uncovers a fear holding them back from taking action, how downplaying…
If you love the planning phase but struggle to get started, you could be caught in the motion trap. Preparing for action is valuable, but can also mislead you into thinking you are taking action when you are actually just in motion. Today’s episode explains the difference between motion and action, why planning can feel…