1-Minute Wednesday No. 200: Run Toward Your Calling
Design a Life That Really Matters
?Michelangelo never wanted to paint the Sistine Chapel.?
He was a sculptor, not a painter.?
Initially, he rejected the commission, believing it to be a ploy intended to make him look foolish. But then something inspired him to return and accept. And when he returned, he did so with such dedication to his work that the Sistine Chapel still stands as one of his greatest creative achievements.?
One of the most important points in this story is this: There’s a price to be paid when we run away from what we’re being called to do—not just by us but by everyone around us. Imagine if Michelangelo had never returned—one of the crowning pieces of the Renaissance would not exist.
When we’re not operating at our highest point of contribution, there’s a gap between who we could be and who we are choosing?to be right now.
Michelangelo’s story reminds us that our greatest achievements often lie on the other side of discomfort and doubt.
By identifying and pursuing what truly matters, we can bridge the gap between who we are now and who we have the potential to become—summoning the courage to paint our own masterpieces. ?
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Have you ever wanted to pursue a dream but were silenced by that nagging voice telling you you aren't good enough? In this episode, I am talking with Dr. Josh Axe, founder of one of the world's most renowned natural medicine clinics and author of the new book Think This, Not That.?? Join us as we explore the mind shifts you can make to overcome your limiting beliefs and become the person you were meant to be.
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We are all familiar with the power of compounding interest, but what about the power of compounding habits? The principle, of course, holds true. The more we build habits around what really matters, the more the results and benefits of those habits add up.? In this article, discover 40 small habits that can deliver gains both in the short and long term.?
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“Make voyages. Attempt them. There's nothing else.”?– Tennessee Williams
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TEDx Speaker // Collaboration TME @ Webex (Cisco) // Storytelling Consultant @ Speakademy // Relentless Optimist ??
9 个月Tough to tell the difference between "fear of failure" and "fear of ending up with too many things on my plate."
Award-Winning Executive Coach & Leadership Consultant ? We help develop leaders at every level, and organizations cultivate cultures that elevate engagement and retention ? Speaker ? TEDx WBENC DOBE NMSDC ? 10KSB Alum
9 个月That inner voice of doubt can be incredibly powerful, but it's essential to recognize that it doesn't define our potential. It's inspiring to see you addressing this topic head-on and offering guidance on finding the courage to push past those barriers. As leaders, it's crucial to confront our fears and embrace the unknown, as that's where growth and transformation truly occur. Great insights from the article! Thank you for sharing.
Psychologist & Author | Helping Leaders, Professionals & Parents Live & Relate Unselfishly | Creator of The Owner's Manual to Relationships, Prizeworthy & The Momentology Institute
9 个月Our "inner critic" is not our true "voice" -- it's a brain habit of SELF-protection vs an agent of awareness and expansion
Growing B2B & Tech Brands on Social Media | Founder, Venture Media
9 个月It's so true that sometimes we feel like we have to do it all, but embracing essentialism and focusing on what truly matters can make such a difference. One tip that's helped me is to prioritize my tasks each day and tackle the most important ones first. It's amazing how much more I can accomplish when I'm not spreading myself too thin.
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9 个月I agree, Greg. It's easy to let fear hold us back from pursuing our passions, but as you said, there's a price to pay for not taking action.