This Year, We Finish What We Start. Pt. 2 Here's How.

Continuing our discussion...

Whether it's the detrimental patterns, conflict in subconscious values, or waiting on the magical knighting and catalyst, there are still some valuable lessons that may be learned.?

Know that unfinished tasks can be insightful teachers. They often reveal underlying fears, misconceptions, and areas where our competencies may be underdeveloped. By examining these "unfinished endeavors" (an excellent name for a future book), we can clarify our true priorities and the obstacles that hinder our progress.

1. Start by jotting down the pursuits left incomplete. This?undone?inventory provides a clear starting point for introspection.
2. For each task, explore why it was left undone. Was it due to a lack of resources or time? Was it a lack of clarity, competence, confidence, courage? (See 5C Leadership)?
3. Look for patterns. Are there certain types of tasks and pursuits that consistently remain unfinished? Are there common barriers like fear of failure or critique? Did perfectionism peek around the corner??
4. Based on your reflections, create strategies to overcome these barriers. Strategy components might involve skills development, mindset shifts, or better planning (think IF THIS THEN THAT).?
5. Utilize these insights to approach new tasks with a more informed and effective strategy, increasing the likelihood of finishing what you start.

Understanding why certain tasks are never crossed off can provide critical insights into our work habits, decision-making processes, and personal proclivities. Consistently unfinished tasks highlight a need for better time management, a lack of resources, or unrealistic goal setting. (Articles on Hofstadter's and Parkinson's Laws are good to review here.)?

Moreover, the unfinished list can teach us resilience and the importance of adaptability. You will be challenged to reassess your strategies, find new approaches, and learn from your experiences. This reflection is vital for personal growth and development, turning perceived failures into stepping stones for future success.

Incorporating these lessons into our approach for the new year, we can develop more effective strategies, set more achievable goals, and improve our ability to see tasks through to completion. By embracing the wisdom gained from our?undones, we enhance our potential for future accomplishments.

That's it for this morning—more later this week.?

Let me know if it's helpful and even a good reminder.

Be well and brave.

Tray T.S. Deadwyler