Working Towards Our Purpose

Today I reflect on the challenges of starting new ventures and the frustrations that come with a lack of immediate progress. This showed up for me when building my new website and learning Wordpress, and also starting a new job.  I discuss the internal struggle of being hard on yourself for not grasping things quickly. As I navigate through self-criticism and the need for patience and grace, I arrive at the importance of perseverance and self-compassion when embarking on unfamiliar journeys. Impostor syndrome and self doubt are part of the process, but I think it's helpful to talk about it and not just keep it to yourself because we all struggle with it. 

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00:00 – Introduction
00:35 – Frustration with Lack of Progress
01:13 – Learning to Give Yourself Grace
01:35 – Website Building Struggles
03:01 – The WordPress vs. GoDaddy/Squarespace Debate
04:09 – Learning New Technology & Self-Doubt
05:18 – Recognizing Patterns of Self-Criticism
06:38 – Giving Up Too Soon: Personal Stories
07:12 – Root Causes of Impatience & Imposter Syndrome
08:28 – Overcoming Self-Limiting Beliefs
09:58 – Embracing Patience and Kindness to Yourself
10:29 – Starting a New Job & Doubting Your Value
11:51 – Facing Daunting New Challenges
13:08 – Taking Action Over Self-Criticism
13:58 – Breaking Through Limiting Beliefs at Any Age
15:24 – Progress Over Perfection: Final Reflections & Takeaways
17:25 – Closing

In this episode you'll learn:

Feeling frustrated from lack of progress
How to deal with self criticism 
How to not let self doubt stop you
How to explore mindset shifts 
How to give yourself grace
How to prioritize mental health
How to take small consistent actions
How to not listen to negative self talk
How to not let limiting beliefs stop you
How to reduce self criticism

1. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: How to Trust Your Success as a High-Achiever | EP 45

2. Overcoming Others' Expectations: 3 Stages to Living an Authentic Life | EP 48

3. Should You Quit Your Job? How to Know When it’s Time for a Career Pivot | EP 39

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