Finding Greatness

149. How to Escape the Quicksand of Overwhelming Desire When Striving Towards Your Goals


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Have you ever felt like you wanted something so badly that it started to overwhelm you? I’m sharing a personal experience in today's show where wanting something too much almost paralyzed my progress. Spoiler alert: It wasn’t pretty! I’m digging into the quicksand of wanting something too much and showing you how desire can actually hold you back from taking action and achieving your goals.

 

I’ll guide you on how to shift your focus from passive wishing to active doing, and why this simple mindset change can help you break free from the cycle of wanting without results. If you’re tired of being stuck in desire mode, this episode is your wake-up call! I’ll wrap up with a few final thoughts to inspire you to start making things happen!

 

What you'll hear in this episode:

[1:50] The Sneaky Negative Effect of Wanting Goals Too Much

[4:40] Personal Experience: The Downside of Wanting Too Much

[9:25] The Wanting Trap: How Desire Can Paralyze You

[11:00] Shifting Focus: From Wanting to Doing

 

Related Episodes:

Unlocking Peak Performance: Prioritize to Maximize Your Goals

Developing a Winning Mindset

Underthink Your Way to Success

 

Connect with Paige on Instagram @paigelawrencecoaching

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