I like this quote, but I might expand on this a little by defining goals as how you want to feel in life (channeling The Desire Map here). Keeping mindfulness in mind, you can't get too attached to the outcome. Be driven and aspirational, but don't close yourself to opportunities that might come along the way by focusing too hard on how you envision it working out.
I love this and just had to share. I'm all for living a healthy lifestyle, but don't let perfectionism take control of your dreams.
>>photo credit: I don't remember where I found this, and I can't find anything through reverse image search. If you know the source, please let me know!
"You know the truth by the way it feels" Just a little reminder to listen to your gut.
>>photo credit: hearthomehappy.com
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Read MoreWho else struggles with publishing a blog post, launching a product or maybe just completing a project because it's not quite perfect yet?
I've had too many clients who are afraid to launch their businesses because they feel it's not perfect. They are comparing their first launch to the big players in their field and are afraid they won't compare. But the thing is, of course you won't compare. This is your starting point. It's better to launch and correct later than to never launch. Think of the learning opportunities you're missing out on and the clients you aren't helping because you keep putting it off.
I've gotten wrapped up in this same issue, sending panicked emails to Danielle- "But my tag line isn't perfect yet! What about this one? Or this one??" Thankfully she sweetly sets me straight and reminds me to strive for progress, not perfection. Perfection is an illusion, and my tagline is fine how it is.
Have you struggled with perfection in your business? I'd love if you would share your story in the comments!
Just sweet and to the point today!"Leave people better than you found them." <3
P.S. I'm so obsessed with this background image! SO pretty. I can't find the original source, so if you know, leave a comment and I'll update!
"I figure, if a girl wants to be a legend, she should go ahead and be one." -Calamity Jane There's not much I need to say about this. Be what you want to be. And at the same time, do not feel guilty for whatever that may be.
>>image credit: I'm not sure what the original source is. If you know, please leave a comment so I can update it.
While you're furiously jotting down your to-do list, make sure you leave time for things that light you up. At least one thing per day that really puts a smile on your face. When you feel like you don't have time to attend that dinner with friends, that's probably when you need it most. Go. Enjoy it. You need it to keep going.
"Live less out of habit and more out of intent." Intentional living has become important to me over the past two years. I value being able to listen to my gut and make decisions with purpose. Everything from the direction of business to buying clothes can be decided with intention and purpose.
Start questioning WHY as much as possible. Are you making this decision with how you want to feel in mind? or with a specific goal? Or are you just doing what feels easy and familiar?
Take a few minutes to check out my favorite intentional blogger, Jess Lively. She is full of inspiration!
"It all begins and ends in your mind. What you give power to has power over you." Why waste your thoughts on worry, comparison and negativity when you could be focusing your power on optimism and reaching your goals?
It's a fresh, new year. Take time to reflect on 2014 and envision how you'd like to shape 2015. >>image credit: Julie Song Ink
Break your goals down into small, bite sized pieces. You'll be amazed at how much less intimidating it will become! Lasting changes are more likely to be made by small changes over time rather than big changes all at once. With new year's resolutions coming up, how can you turn your big goals into small, attainable steps? What small steps can you start with TODAY?
>>image credit: Dara Muscat
"We do not see things as they are. We see them as we are." The outside world is a reflection of our inside world.
>>image credit: I'm not sure what the original source for this photo is. If you know, please leave a comment so I can update it. Thanks!
Sometimes a pretty graphic with a simple phrase is all you need.
"Perfection is an illusion & those who seek perfection will find themselves unfulfilled their whole lives."
Do you have perfectionist tenancies? How do you handle them?
"Do it now. Sometimes 'later' becomes 'never.'" Don't wait until things are "perfect" to start chasing your dreams.
"There's no need to be perfect to inspire others. Let people get inspired by how you deal with your imperfections." I liked this quote because I think it's a reminder bloggers and entrepreneurs need every so often. People will relate more to your imperfections than your perfections.
"Learn to let things you cannot control go" This is something I need to remind myself of daily! Holding on to worries or stressing over something you can't change will only make the problem worse.
>>image credit: Original from Beth. See her beautiful Etsy shop here.
Food is fuel. Give your body the healthy foods it deserves, and you'll be rewarded with the lasting energy you need to accomplish everything you have on your plate. With how busy we all are, it can be easy to go for the quick, processed snacks/meals (I've done it!) but isn't an apple just as quick?
"Be the change you wish to see in the world." -Gandhi
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