3 Lessons π‘
- Perfectionism Lie #1: Goal should be Bigger
- Write down a number that is associated with your goal
- Now that you have your number -- cut the goal in half or double the timeline
- Not telling you to do less --> doing this will help you achieve more
- Perfectionism Lie #2: You can do it all
- Just say NO
- This lesson relates to choosing what's NOT important to you -- this helps remove the sting of shame
- Ex. Keeping up with TV shows, connecting on social media, lawncare
- Don't Play Golf at Night --> Use Data
- Data is a gift from yesterday that you receive today to make tomorrow better
- If you don't look at data, it's very difficult to learn, adjust and improve on your progress
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Actionable Advice:
- Write down 3 things you'll ignore to focus more on your goal
- The things you choose don't need to be permanent, it can help you free up time
- Pick 1 to 3 things to measure
- Possibilities: Dates with Spouse, Hours Slept, Thank You Notes Sent, Phone Screen Time
- Write down the name of 1 friend you'll tell about your goal
- Friends often play a HUGE role in our success!
Helpful Links:
- Finish (ThriftBooks and BetterWorldBooks)
- Alex and Books Website
- Exodus 90 Challenge
- Questions or comments? Contact [email protected]
Book Mentioned: "Finish: Give Yourself the Gift of Done" by Jon Acuff