

742 - Nothing... then everything all at once
4 snips Oct 9, 2025
Explore the intriguing concept of seasons of perceived stagnation followed by bursts of acceleration. Discover how stillness can serve as a valuable incubation period where growth happens out of sight. Learn about the acceleration principle, where one success can lead to a chain reaction of positive events. Understand the importance of expectant patience and active trust during quiet phases, and how to leverage those moments to prepare for rapid growth in both personal development and relationships.
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Seasons Of Quiet Before Breakthroughs
- Life cycles include long quiet stretches that feel like nothing before rapid change arrives.
- Case Kenny calls these seasons of stillness that later bloom into everything all at once.
Treat Stillness As Incubation
- Reframe stillness as incubation rather than failure and notice the unseen skills you're building.
- Keep showing up and treat quiet days as groundwork for future growth.
Acceleration Principle Explains Sudden Leaps
- The acceleration principle shows small breakthroughs trigger cascading opportunities and compounding change.
- Researchers label this positive clustering and cumulative advantage that flips stagnation into rapid growth.