Life is a series of comebacks – Tom Scott
If we embrace that life is about comebacks, then it means we need to try again. And again. And again. It means these subsequent efforts may lead to the comeback. But then it also means new problems will arise, requiring another comeback. So we need to try again. And again…
Don’t’ fear failure then. It’s all in a day’s work.
If I can’t make it through one door, I’ll go through another door – or I’ll make a door. Something terrific will come no matter how dark the present. – Joan Rivers
Are you feeling stuck on a particular goal? Are you only trying one door? What are 5 other doors to entry?
If you can’t think of alternatives, convene 5 of your friends from different parts of your life. Have a pizza and beer brainstorming party. (Maybe get their ideas before serving too much beerJ)
If it’s a career goal, there are multiple paths into your dream job. Or you can make your own dream job by launching a business. Persistence pays off.
The question isn’t who is going to let me; it’s who is going to stop me — Ayn Rand
Do you wait for permission or do you just start and persist till you feel like doing otherwise?
In what area of life do you feel confident and creative? Maybe it’s in your volunteer role, where you have no problems coming up with ideas or raising your hand for the next project.
In what area of life do you want more confidence? Maybe it’s your job, where you haven’t asked for that raise you feel you deserve.
How can you bring more of the strengths you already have in one area of your life to another? Pretend that your boss is the head of development. Script your raise request with the energy you propose new fundraising ideas. Draw parallels between your volunteer work and your paid work until you can see how similar they are and you feel more comfortable applying your confidence across the board.
Remind yourself that you are unstoppable.