Nurturing Yourself and Your Dreams: A Mother’s Journey to Subjective Success
How do you define success? Many of us believe that non-stop hard work is the key to success, but there’s a vital aspect we often overlook: subjective success. Subjective success encompasses elements like fun, freedom, and flexibility that are just as important as traditional measures of success.
Let’s explore each of these components:
- Fun: Often underestimated, fun is essential for sustained success. Working tirelessly without enjoying the process can lead to burnout. Incorporating enjoyment into our daily routines is key to long-term fulfillment. What’s your favorite flavor of fun? Mine is dancing!
- Freedom: What does freedom mean to you? Is it having control over your time or the ability to pursue your passions? Understanding our values and desires is crucial for achieving true freedom and fulfillment. Freedom to me means making my own choices and decisions.
- Flexibility: Many professionals, like coaches and soloists, prioritize flexibility in their work arrangements. Whether it’s working remotely or creating unconventional lifestyles, flexibility allows us to design lives that align with our values. I like to say “I am the boss of my life and my business.”
It’s time to break free from the mindset of relentless “productivity roller coaster” hustle and embrace a more holistic approach to success. Get that nose out of the grindstone! It’ll never lead to the true happiness you desire. Take the time to reflect on what truly matters to you and prioritize subjective success alongside traditional measures.
Before I close this out, 2 deep questions for you:
- What is an important lever in your happiness?
- How do you measure it?
As we celebrate Mother’s Day, let’s acknowledge the importance of time, freedom, and flexibility for all mothers. Balancing personal and professional responsibilities is challenging at the best of times. It’s also essential for nurturing our families and ourselves.
Wishing all mothers a wonderful Mother’s Day filled with love, joy, and self-care. See you at the summit (see the PS below)! 🌟
With motherly love and wisdom,
Carol
PS: Have you or people you know had trauma? I sure have. Most of us have, even though we don’t know it! Join me at the upcoming trauma summit hosted by Karen Robinson, where I’ll be speaking FRIDAY 11AM EASTERN on steps to get your life back and make a big impact in the world AFTER you heal. SIGN UP HERE
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