Growth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-Improvement Master Finishing Things - Unblock Creative Constipation, Avoid Side-projects & Find Focus
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Oct 18, 2024 Explore unconventional strategies to tackle unfinished projects and boost creativity. Learn to let go of burdens that slow you down and embrace your natural energy. Identify and address productivity blockers while prioritizing what truly matters. Discover the value of time in overcoming the pressure of perfectionism. Shift your mindset towards achievable goals, and transform creative constipation into actionable steps for a fulfilling experience. This approach offers a gentler path to accomplishing your aspirations.
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Quit Holding Every Unfinished Thing
- You don't have to finish everything you start; holding onto old projects drains energy and creativity.
- Abandoning unrewarding commitments frees capacity to start and finish things that actually matter.
Double Down On What You Actually Finish
- List the activities you reliably finish and do more of those things because they show where you have both motivation and ability.
- Lean into strengths by starting more of what you already complete to increase finished output.
Podcast Side Project Became Main Work
- Sam describes running his podcast for six years as a side project before focusing on it full-time and growing his audience.
- Shifting to what he finished and enjoyed helped him turn a hobby into a sustainable career.