Lesson 25: Change Your Narrative In 2023
And Upgrade Your Life
Hi, It’s me!
For now, let’s dive into today’s lesson.
How to make most in 2023?
How to start your new year is a big deal in itself and bigger deal is when you are already 3 months in.
We all make certain plans, create a long list of goals, and whatnot.
But what if I tell you it should not be stressful, and you are allowed to step up in a new year not with a goal list that is more or less the same as the previous year but with an upgraded mindset?
Because what I learned is, to achieve anything, you should build a mindset that is capable of keep going regardless.
#1 Change the way you introduce yourself
Surprisingly most people start with their job profile or the position/title they hold or the business they own. However, you are more than that what you do for a living.
Be curious, open your mind.
Don’t introduce yourself based on your job title or a business you own.
I am probably gonna say something like this- “I am an aspiring writer who is passionate about mental health, art, and books.”
#2 Get rejected more often
If you always make safe choices, you will probably never grow.
How do you know you are stuck in your comfort zone? Answer these questions:
- How many times have you tried new things?
- When was the last time you failed?
- How many potential employers rejected you during your job hunt?
- How many online publications refused your content?
Your rejection rate equals your growth rate. It’s time to get more Nos and see where it leads you.
#3 Curate your environment carefully
You are the product of the people and things you surround yourself with. If you want to write 1 chapter, but you are constantly checking your phone, you probably won’t get anywhere.
If you want to do deep work, you need focus and attention. And it will only come when you eliminate distractions.
People who multitask all the time, usually achieve ordinary things because they are chronically distracted.
So don’t be that person.
#4 Embrace boredom
As I am getting older, I’ve realized we can endure the boring things that determine our success.
Much of what I do day-to-day is boring and consistent with pretty ordinary things. The simple truth is most of life is boring stuff.
It’s washing the dishes, cleaning your apartment, vacuuming the carpet, wiping the table, or eating your comfort food every day.
Start enjoying the daily routine. I will continue doing unsexy things in 2023 as well.
Lastly
If you want to achieve consistency, you need discipline and rules. and if you master something, you need to do it every day anyway.
The people who can create extraordinary results, mostly do the same boring stuff for years if not days.
So let it set your mind free and inspire you.
All the best!
Be Bold
Be Courageous
Be Your Best
Would love to hear your thoughts in comments.
Love, Ankita
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