In this episode, Carl revisits a simple idea and refines it: Instead of focusing on the “next best” or “next smallest” step, what if we just focused on the next step? In a world full of uncertainty, even subtle language can add pressure or create hesitation. Carl explores how shifting to something simpler and more neutral can make action feel lighter, more doable, and less loaded. When the future is unclear, progress doesn’t come from perfect planning. It comes from taking the next step.

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