Episode 025: From "She Tried" to "She Did It" - The Katherine Dunham Mindset

What's the difference between people who treat obstacles as roadblocks versus stepping stones? Today we dive deep into Katherine Dunham's powerful quote about moving from trying to actually doing.

Episode Highlights:

01:09 - Katherine Dunham's transformative quote that hits you "right where you live" 

02:32 - Breaking free from the hamster wheel mentality 

05:27 - The power of reverse engineering your biggest goals 

06:35 - Why perfectionism keeps you stuck in "trying" mode 

10:05 - Mary Seacole's inspiring story: Self-funding her mission to serve in the Crimean War

11:32 - Marie Van Britton Brown: The 1966 home security system pioneer 

15:33 - Your weekly challenge: What will you stop trying and start doing? 

18:42 - The Goggins 4x4x48 mental breakthrough moment

Key Insights:

• The crucial mindset shift from "trying" to "doing"
• How to break down overwhelming goals into actionable steps
• Why "doing it dirty" beats perfectionist paralysis
• Real examples of Black women who made the leap from intention to action
• Practical strategies for overcoming mental barriers

Featured Stories: Mary Seacole & Marie Van Britton Brown

Weekly Challenge: Write down one thing you've been "trying" to do and commit to taking the first concrete step today. Remember: assess, adjust, and keep moving forward.

Connect & Share: Your stories matter. What's one thing you're ready to move from "trying" to "doing"? Share your commitment and let's support each other in this journey from intention to action.

Website: www.aliciatsays.com 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliciatsays/ 

Tip Jar: https://aliciatsays.link/tipjar 

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@aliciatsays