Don't get discouraged
Go out of your way to find humility when things are going right and forgiveness/compassion when they go wrong. Because it’s never as good or as bad as it looks.
Morgan Housel • The Psychology of Money: Timeless lessons on wealth, greed, and happiness
you take action despite the fear and survive, it learns a tiny lesson. Over time, action by action, the volume of the negative voices goes down. These might sound like the voices of unsupportive parents, critical teachers, cruel peers, and other frustrated creators you’ve encountered. But those people are not in this room with you right now. What
... See moreChase Jarvis • Creative Calling: Establish a Daily Practice, Infuse Your World with Meaning, and Succeed in Work + Life
Common passengers that people bring up are: > ‘I don’t feel like training today.’ > ‘I will fail.’ / ‘I am a failure.’ > ‘I’m not good enough.’ > ‘No one likes me.’ > ‘I look stupid.’ > ‘People will laugh at me.’ or ‘People are laughing at me.’ > ‘Something terrible will happen.’ > ‘It’s no use trying.’
James Hegarty • ACT IN SPORT: Improve Performance through Mindfulness, Acceptance, and Commitment
Important note: Often, your brain will start screaming at you to stop before you ever start. Case in point... I'm currently training for a half-marathon later this month. The last thing my mind wants to do today is go for a run. Time to shut that voice up.
