Taking Action

Do you want to know the surprising truth about motivation?

Right now, think about something you want to change or improve.

How do you make lasting and powerful changes and life improvements? And how do you keep going even when you don’t have the motivation to do it?

If change was easy, we’d all have six-pack abs and a million dollars in the bank.

And that’s where this episode comes in: Mel is here to teach you the HOW.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to self-motivate so you can take action.
• What dopamine is and how it’s linked to motivation.
• The simple steps you can take today to tap back into your internal drive.
• The 2 truths about motivation that you are forgetting.
• The research-backed reason you continue, initiate, or quit something.
• What to do when someone you love is losing motivation.
• The real reason you cannot motivate others.
• How to cope with not getting something you have been working towards.
• How to navigate feeling “behind” or in a “comparison game”.
• How to pick yourself back up when you feel like life’s punched you in the face.
• The first (and most important) step in understanding what drives your motivation.
• One powerful question to ask yourself when you feel “stuck”.
• What role dreams and goals play (and it’s not always to achieve them).
• How to hack the moment of hesitation we all feel.
• The most powerful reframe you need about failing.
• How to get clear about the direction you are going in without wandering aimlessly.
• Mel’s 5-second rule that will move you towards action (even when you are not motivated).

This episode comes with a 29-page companion workbook. This workbook is designed using the latest research to help you get clear about what you want and empower you to take the next step forward in your life. And the cool part? It takes less than a minute for you to get your hands on it.

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Welcome to another empowering episode of Navigate the Day! Today, we delve into the wisdom of Marcus Aurelius, the Stoic philosopher, whose words resonate through the ages. The message is clear: Begin right where you are.

Aurelius's guidance, "Do now what nature demands of you," is a wake-up call. It's not about waiting for the perfect moment or seeking validation from others. It's about embracing the present and taking action, regardless of the circumstances.

The journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step. As I reflect on the smallest steps towards my loftiest dreams, I realize that it's not about leaping ahead but about taking deliberate, consistent actions.

The path towards personal and professional growth can be both daunting and exhilarating. Often, I find myself yearning for the grand achievements, but Aurelius reminds us that even the tiniest progress matters. It's in these small steps that the magic happens, slowly transforming our lives.

From career aspirations to personal fitness goals, it's all about building momentum. Just as a boulder starts rolling with a gentle push, our efforts, no matter how modest, accumulate over time, propelling us toward our aspirations.

It's easy to get lost in the grandeur of a vision, yet true fulfillment lies in appreciating the journey. I've realized that I need to focus on my actions, not external recognition. By aligning my efforts with my values and goals, I can silence the distractions and naysayers.

We all have our unique journeys, and Aurelius encourages us to be content with the steps forward, no matter how small. By mastering the art of the first step, we pave the way for greater accomplishments. The beauty of it all? It's within our grasp.

Remember, my friends, as we navigate our day, let's honor the power of taking action. Whether it's a step towards a big career change or dedicating a few minutes to physical well-being, each choice matters. Just as Marcus Aurelius inspired generations, let's inspire ourselves to start right where the world is.

Join me in embracing the wisdom of Aurelius and let's embark on a journey of progress and growth, one step at a time. Until next time, let's navigate the day with purpose and passion!

Thank you for listening and joining me on my journey of self-discovery!

Mediations and Prompts influenced from The Daily Stoic Books

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Today we are revisiting one of Rachel's Top Episodes talking all about taking action! Did you know there are both good and bad types of actions you can take in life? Let’s dive into this topic together to understand what I mean and make sure you are on the right track to success!

In today’s episode, we talk about:

• Messy action means just doing it. Even if it’s not perfect, even if it's not where you want it to be, just do it. 
• Your messy action doesn’t mean it’s a messy product, it just means it isn’t the final product. 
• Have you asked yourself: “Is the type of action that you are taking the right action?”
• Messy action is always good because it means you are willing to move forward and not be stuck. 
• But are you possibly taking the wrong action? You can sometimes trick yourself that you are on the right path when the reality is that your actions are not moving the needle forward. It's like you’re doing busy work and stuck on a hamster wheel.
• Think about what you are doing right now… is it moving the needle?
• If it’s not, are you maybe spending time on a whole bunch of tasks that are a waste of time?
• The first step is to evaluate if it is the RIGHT action. 
• If you decide that your current action step does not move the needle, then choose what WILL and do it. Don’t run from it. 
• Don’t hide behind fear, don’t be scared. Fear will come up, but you can’t run or quit, because then that needle stops moving.
• Sometimes it takes time for the needle to move, but if you are consistent and know the actions you are taking are the right ones, it will pay off.
• Are the actions you are taking really getting you closer to your goal, or is it helping you avoid the action you SHOULD be taking?
• The only way you can move forward is by taking that right, messy action. So let’s do it together, sister. I’m here for you!

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If you have been listening to Relish THIS for a while, you have probably detected a theme: I'm a big fan of taking action.

In fact, I ask each of my wonderful guests at the end of each episode what action they would like for you, dear listener, to take after our discussion.

Well, my guest today, Mark Bergel, Co-Founder of the Shared Humanity Project is ALL about action.

The Shared Humanity Project enables people to select an area of interest and be presented with actions they can take in that area to help eradicate poverty. It's an incredibly interesting approach to circumnavigate the inevitable question most nonprofits hear, "That's a great mission, but how can I help?"

Mark and I share a foundation in Sociology so had a really fun, thoughtful conversation that touched on ways to form partnerships to expand your mission, working with INSPIRE phase opportunities to create stakeholder engagements to spread the word about your organization, effective storytelling, persona development, and much more.

I hope you enjoy this valuable discussion.

Action Ask:
Make a vow, get committed, and take action.

It all starts with an idea. Communicating to move people to take action is difficult to acquire but can easily be taught. Pitching a winning idea consists of explaining your concept well while simultaneously appealing to your audience. After all, they are the ones who will be investing in it. Is there a standard process? Do you need to tell a story? How long should it be? We answer all these questions and more in our newest episode of The Glint Standard!

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Last week, we focused on the first of the Five Principles for Success, which is Knowing Your Outcome. This is the place we all need to start from on our way to achieving success.

Now, that we are very clear on our outcome or goal, it’s time to take massive action! And, when we are taking action it is vital that we continue to use our sensory acuity. 

These are the next two principles of the Five Principles for Success that we are going to explore in this episode and how we can apply them using NLP techniques to accurately model success and create results in our own lives.

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