I love this, Barb—especially the idea that these experiments are life improvements, not self-improvements. That reframing alone makes the effort and motivation to get to the end goal feel so much more joyful, especially if we believe we’re starting from a place where we’re already okay as we are (with just a few tweaks here and there 😊)
Something I learned in a CBT course I took, was to do experiments. This sounds a lot like that! Calling it an experiment, or a challenge, is much less intimidating and can lead to some wonderful discoveries. Try things out, question your beliefs about not being good enough, calm enough, creative enough, etc. Good luck with the continuation of the 30 day challenges!
I love this, Barb—especially the idea that these experiments are life improvements, not self-improvements. That reframing alone makes the effort and motivation to get to the end goal feel so much more joyful, especially if we believe we’re starting from a place where we’re already okay as we are (with just a few tweaks here and there 😊)
Something I learned in a CBT course I took, was to do experiments. This sounds a lot like that! Calling it an experiment, or a challenge, is much less intimidating and can lead to some wonderful discoveries. Try things out, question your beliefs about not being good enough, calm enough, creative enough, etc. Good luck with the continuation of the 30 day challenges!
Thanks Margaret!
Thanks Barb! What a great idea. My resolutions NEVER last. I like the idea of trying a challenge
Thanks Chris! I think you might enjoy it.
The 30 day challenge is such a great idea. Thanks for the reminder.