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You’re a Lump of Coal Under Pressure.
Are you tired of self-improvement gurus barking about becoming a millionaire in two years? Do you feel burnt out by the pressure to “grind” yourself into the ground? Me too.
We’ve all heard it: “Work 30 days straight!” “Become a success story overnight!” But the truth is, those one-size-fits-all formulas leave us feeling overwhelmed and defeated. There’s a better way.
We are built to work, to help others, and to become better versions of ourselves. But that doesn’t mean we have to chase unrealistic goals and crush ourselves in the process.
Forget Perfection
It’s common for people to set high standards for themselves, aspiring to become their “ideal self” — a version of themselves that is perfect in every way.
However, this pursuit of an unattainable goal often leads to feelings of stress and inadequacy, as it is impossible to achieve such perfection. This can be discouraging and lead to a lack of motivation to even try.
It’s better to focus on the progress that is made each day instead of striving for an unattainable goal.
Each step taken towards self-improvement, no matter how small, should be celebrated. This approach encourages a more positive attitude and motivates people to keep pushing forward.
