March 18, 2025

Strategic Question:

What one thing have you been avoiding by staying 'busy' with less important things, and what's really holding you back?

Key Insights:

Our minds can be sneaky. They work hard to protect us from feeling uncomfortable without ever letting us know that's what they're doing. When we face important tasks that make us feel uncertain, afraid, or vulnerable, our subconscious quietly steers us toward easier activities instead.

The tricky part is that a lot of this avoidance happens without us even noticing it. We don't consciously think, "I'm too scared to work on this important project, so I'll organize my desk instead." It just happens.

Often, we only recognize these patterns when we step back and realize we haven't made any real progress on what truly matters.

Your Call to Action:

Think about something important that gives you a feeling of unease or reluctance whenever you consider starting it, despite knowing it needs to be done. Now, go do it.

Quote of the Week:

These are the good old days