41. You Are Here
Are you exactly where you want to be, or does life feel like a map with a big red “You Are Here” dot and no clear path forward? Let’s pause together, take stock of our current “here,” and explore how to move forward with curiosity, honesty, and a little more joy. Today, I’m sharing four practical steps to reflect on where you are, embrace your insecurities, and enjoy the ride, even when the road is messy. Plus, I’ll share a powerful research-backed mindset shift and a favorite piece of advice from my dad.
Highlights
The power of acknowledging your current “here” without blame or victimhood- Four steps to reflect on your life’s current season
- How insecurities shape our self-perception (and what to do about them)
- A story about family, foreheads, and embracing what you can’t change
- The surprising research on curiosity vs. positive self-talk for success
- Why asking “Will I?” is more powerful than saying “I will”
- The importance of enjoying the process, not just chasing goals
- A personal update: celebrating 15 years of marriage and entering a new decade
Chapters
00:24 – The “You Are Here” map and life’s journey
00:56 – Accepting your current place—pride, regret, and questions
01:50 – Setting aside victim stories and owning your starting point
02:47 – Four steps to reflect on where you are
03:22 – Step 1: What’s good, what’s messy, what brings joy?
04:43 – Step 2: Insecurities—stories from childhood and family
07:17 – Step 3: Curiosity and the “Will I?” mindset (research highlight)
09:51 – Step 4: Enjoying the ride and embracing the process
12:08 – Final encouragement and closing thoughts
Resources Mentioned
Beginner’s Pluck by Liz Bohannon
https://www.lizbohannon.co/book- Kansas Leadership Center
https://kansasleadershipcenter.org/
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