228 - From Dreamer to Doer

In today’s episode, I’m getting real about the trap of being a procrastinator and overthinker. I share how I spent years stuck in analysis, planning, and learning — but not actually changing anything. And most importantly, I talk about how I broke out of that cycle through small daily actions.

My Journey from Shelf-Help Scholar to Action Taker:
I open up about my old habit of endlessly gathering advice without doing anything with it — and the moment I realized dreaming wasn’t enough.

My Favorite Action Strategies:
I break down the simple techniques that helped me shift into action, like the Two-Minute Rule, habit stacking, friction reduction, and life scheduling.

Finding My Why:
I explain how connecting tasks to a bigger purpose (like my dream of hiking across Spain) kept me motivated even on the tough days.

How I Use the Five Second Rule:
I share how counting down from five helps me smash through hesitation and move toward my goals instantly.

Takeaways:
If you’re feeling stuck, you’re not broken — you just need to move. I learned that action, not thinking, is what builds a better life. Even if all you do today is take one small step, you’re already winning. I hope you walk away from this episode with new energy, new hope, and a simple truth ringing in your ears: you already have everything you need to change your life. You just have to start.

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