418 - The Real Thing That Stops Me From Doing The Work and How to Break Through
Aug 30, 2023
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Guests Lisa Congdon, Jessica Hische, Kate Bingaman-Burt, and Gretchen Rubin discuss topics such as overcoming doubts in creative work, achieving best-selling books, cultivating motivation, and the power of focusing on one main goal or quest.
Believing in the goal and understanding its value can strengthen commitment and increase the chances of success in creative pursuits.
Researching best practices and applying new knowledge can enhance belief in the creative process and boost confidence in achieving goals.
Deep dives
Believe in the goal
Believing in the goal is crucial for achieving creative dreams. It's important to carefully select a goal that aligns with your deeper needs and has the potential to create a domino effect, knocking over other goals in the process. By identifying the main quest and understanding the value it brings to yourself and others, you can strengthen your belief in the goal and stay committed to it.
Believe in the process
Having faith in the process is essential for achieving creative dreams. Research the best practices and strategies used by successful individuals who have reached similar goals. Understanding the tactics that work in your specific time and industry can provide you with the confidence to pursue your creative aspirations. By consistently acquiring new knowledge and applying it to your creative practice, you can strengthen your belief in the process and increase your chances of success.
Believe in yourself
Believing in oneself is crucial for staying motivated and committed to creative goals. It involves making contracts with yourself and following through on them, even when doubts arise. Understanding your motivational style, whether you are a rebel, an obliger, a questioner, or an upholder, can help you identify effective strategies for keeping commitments to yourself. By proving to yourself that you can trust and follow through on your own commitments, you can strengthen your belief in yourself and propel yourself towards creative success.
The power of lifestyle
Recognizing the importance of lifestyle in achieving creative dreams can greatly impact your motivation and belief in the work you do. Prioritizing a lifestyle that aligns with your values and allows for rest, self-care, and fulfillment can provide the fuel needed to pursue creative goals. By understanding that lifestyle plays a crucial role in your creativity and well-being, you can build a foundation of belief in the work you do and maintain the motivation to continue your creative journey.