
Hi Friends,
Letโs be honestโhow often have you played along with someone elseโs script, even when you wanted something different? Maybe you kept quiet in a meeting, let someone else make the plans, or didnโt push for the recognition you know you deserve.
The worst part about giving away what we want is that itโs easy to get comfortable doing it. We tell ourselves weโre being flexible or accommodating or that what we want doesnโt matter much. Worse yet, sometimes we donโt even notice how often weโre letting it happen.
But whatโs going on under the surface?
Weโre giving away our power, one small choice at a time. Over time, this causes frustration, resentment, or complete disconnection from ourselves and what we want.ย
Hereโs the thing: You are the main character in your life, but you are also the author.
When was the last time you paused and asked yourself, โWhat do I want right now?โ Or, if thatโs difficult for you, โWhat do I need right now?โ
This week, I challenge you to stop running on autopilot and act with intention.
Todayโs letter is a short reminder:
Life isnโt just happening to you; itโs a choose-your-own-adventure story, and you choose what happens next.
Iโm Janine Mathรณ, and I am writing Live Your Opus, a book for ambitious people who want โmoreโ in their lives, careers, or businesses but sometimes struggle to get there. As always, thanks for being here. If this resonates, please share this letter with others who might benefit.
If you need some inspiration to help you build success, meaning and health in a busy world, here are some popular articles from my archives:
Put Yourself First: The Clearest Path from โHereโ to โThereโ
Itโs Not About Goal-Setting Or Productivity: Thereโs a Bigger Game to Play
Until next time, be well!
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