You convince yourself that you have to work hard, overcome struggle and become something else in order to 'make it'. Then once you make it you'll be happy. Perhaps it would be considered childish or silly but what if you could just enjoy life, right now. Is it possible that you can be joyful without … Continue reading Just be happy
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Rational decision makers
When I first heard the term 'sunk costs' I had no idea what it meant. However, I heard it from Seth Godin so I payed attention and came to find that it referred to money that had already been spent (which you can't get back) that should not be considered in future decision making. This … Continue reading Rational decision makers
Start showing up
It's important to show up for the things that you care about and for the things that matter. It doesn't need to be for praise and attention, simply do it for yourself. This can be applied to so many things. Maybe you're passionate about the environment, you might even have lots of good ideas or … Continue reading Start showing up
There is no right decision
Many people feel a lot of anxiety when it comes to making decisions. I've written quite a few posts about the anxiety that can be felt around making decisions, choosing pathways and picking between different options. One of my beliefs when it comes to making decisions that I created a few years ago is that, … Continue reading There is no right decision
Putting yourself out there
You refuse to put yourself out there because you're afraid of being rejected. Meanwhile, you're also not allowing people to accept the real you. Rejection is a part of life, you're not for everyone it's okay, it's nothing to be afraid of. Don't get so caught up in the people that don't want you, they're … Continue reading Putting yourself out there
Dream moments
There are moments in life that you daydream about and hold dear even though they haven't happened yet. But eventually the stars align and the dream moments that you once longed for are brought to life. Sometimes we find ourselves overjoyed when the reality matched up to our dreams. Other times we find ourselves disappointed … Continue reading Dream moments
An unanticipated shift
Sometimes your life may take an unanticipated shift. The easiest thing to do is resist but this only ever makes things worse. It might seem strange to be told that accepting something that is difficult, challenging or unwanted will be better than trying to avoid it but it's true. This shift could be related to … Continue reading An unanticipated shift
3 simple things to do for when you feel overwhelmed
If only it was as easy as 1, 2, 3! Something for you to refer back to when you need it. Write down how you feel. Write until you have nothing left to write. Write without trying to be perfect, let it be messy and make no sense. The important part is getting it all … Continue reading 3 simple things to do for when you feel overwhelmed
Good enough for right now
Not everything will be perfect and not everything needs to be. Sometimes all you need to do is focus on making something that is good enough for right now. Maybe, you can make it better later or maybe good enough is all that it needs to be. If that's the case, any time spent making … Continue reading Good enough for right now
Difficult and easy
Sometimes difficult things are only difficult because we choose to perceive them to be. But if it works one way then maybe it can work the other way. Maybe, difficult things will become a little less challenging if we choose to perceive them to be easier to overcome.
The Daily Gemm 