Have you ever noticed how you sometimes make things way more complicated than they need to be? We get caught up in old beliefs like believing that success only comes with backbreaking work and endless struggle. But what if it could be easy? That’s the question I ask myself whenever I seem to be overcomplicating things. I even have an “easy button” on my desk that I push when I catch myself making things more difficult.

But here’s the twist: sometimes, making things hard can be a good thing too. This got me thinking about the value of challenges in our personal and professional lives.

The Power of Making Things Harder

So, while making things easy is great, there’s something to be said about embracing challenges too. In a conversation I had with Callum McKirdy, a thought leader from Australia, he mentioned the benefits of making things hard; like biking up a big hill or running a marathon. It’s those challenging moments that push us beyond our limits and help us grow. Just like conquering that hill or crossing the finish line, tackling difficult goals in life or business can bring tremendous fulfillment and personal growth.

Avoidance is something many of us struggle with. We tend to avoid things that might hurt our happiness or hold us back from living our best lives. In a podcast episode by Mel Robbins featuring Dr. Luana Marques, a Harvard professor, they delved into the topic of avoidance. They highlighted how confronting the challenges we’ve been avoiding is vital for our overall well-being. It could be that phone call we’ve been putting off or that client we’ve been hesitant to reach out to. By facing these challenges head-on, we gradually build resilience and overcome the fear that holds us back.

I recently had a personal experience that made me rethink how I approach challenges. I’m currently working on my third book and, at first, I was making the writing process really hard (not the good kind). It’s time-consuming and can be quite challenging. However, I made a conscious decision to make it an enjoyable challenge. I shifted my mindset and found ways to make the process fun and rewarding. And you know what? It made a world of difference. Embracing a challenge doesn’t mean it has to suck. By finding joy in the journey, we stay motivated and increase our chances of success.

I’d love to hear about something you could make harder in your business to move you ahead.

Every good wish,

Whenever you’re ready …
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