Business is Human

You Can Do Hard Things, But Do Them Intentionally


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"We can do hard things, but that idea comes with some cautionary tales.”


In this episode, Rebecca delves into the powerful concept of deliberately doing hard things to cultivate motivation while warning again doing hard things just for the sake of doing them. She shares personal experiences and reflections on how intentionally engaging in challenging activities can disrupt emotional patterns and reinvigorate our sense of purpose.


Throughout the episode, Rebecca offers tangible examples of individuals who pursued challenging endeavors that resonated with their hearts, prompting a renewed sense of motivation and fulfillment. Tune in as Rebecca encourages you to embark on the journey of self-discovery and intentional action, inspiring you to pursue the "hard things" that will lead to a more authentic and fulfilling life.


In this episode, you’ll learn:

  1. Challenge yourself by intentionally engaging in activities that are uncomfortable or challenging to disrupt patterns and reset your motivation levels
  2. Consider taking on a challenge that aligns with your authentic purpose, such as learning a new skill, pursuing a passion, or making a significant lifestyle change
  3. Devote time to exploring things that are important to you and take action on things that align with your authentic purpose and autonomy, creating a more meaningful life


Things to listen for:

[04:54] How to interrupt negative patterns

[06:21] Taking deliberate action to reset motivation

[11:06] Prioritizing a meaningful life while planning for the future

[16:28] Doing hard things aligned to your authenticity

[21:52] What’s going on with Rebecca


Connect with Rebecca:

https://linktr.ee/rebeccafleetwoodhessionauthor

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