Rose Lalonde
AJ, what a great reading. This all resonates with me.
Yes. Sometimes self critical comparisons with people who seem to get so much done make me less likely to get moving. (I had a teacher at a retreat once ask us to sit with the question, "What if you're already okay just the way you are?" It was a surprisingly emotional day.) I think the self critical voice does nothing to motivate me, even though it sounds like it's trying to.
I very rarely do this. But it's an excellent habit, and I'll make that a part of the moments before I get up.
I can see that. I do better with tasks broken down into smaller, manageable chunks I can accomplish -- and pat myself on the back for! -- in the short term, rather than thinking about everything that has to be done in the long term.
THANKS!!!!
Sometimes motivation means recognizing we don't have to fit/be/do the ideal.
Ideal is just Madison Avenue marketing, isn't it?
Yes. Sometimes self critical comparisons with people who seem to get so much done make me less likely to get moving. (I had a teacher at a retreat once ask us to sit with the question, "What if you're already okay just the way you are?" It was a surprisingly emotional day.) I think the self critical voice does nothing to motivate me, even though it sounds like it's trying to.
And beginning each day as you mean to go on.
Set your intention before you even get out of bed.
I very rarely do this. But it's an excellent habit, and I'll make that a part of the moments before I get up.
Succeeding means baby steps, in step with your own needs and goals and each little boost creates growth to go on with. It is a matter of Being your personal best...
Don't be afraid to pat yourself on the back. No one else will, and it isn't their job.
Be strong Live long Prosper,
Here is to your Victory in whatever area you are working on!!!!!
I can see that. I do better with tasks broken down into smaller, manageable chunks I can accomplish -- and pat myself on the back for! -- in the short term, rather than thinking about everything that has to be done in the long term.
THANKS!!!!