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Grow Through What You Go Through
Emily Allen
June 27, 2024
Good Morning and Happy Thursday!
Life is a rollercoaster, full of ups and downs. But guess what? You have the power to bounce back stronger than ever. Today is another chance to start over, to push through the obstacles, and to redefine your limits. Embrace it.
Today's edition is about building resilience and discovering the limitless potential within you.
-Start Over Kitty
DEEP DIVE
Embrace Failure to Foster Growth
Failure is not the opposite of success; it's a part of it. While it may sting at first, embracing failure can be one of the most powerful tools in building resilience.
Why? Because each failure is a lesson in disguise. It teaches you what doesn't work, and more importantly, it guides you toward what does.
Consider the story of Thomas Edison. He famously failed over 1,000 times before inventing the light bulb. When asked about his failures, he didn't see them as setbacks. Instead, he said, "I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work." His resilience transformed each failure into a stepping stone toward monumental success.
Want to turn failures into opportunities for growth? Here are some actionable steps:
Shift Your Mindset: View failures as experiments. Each one provides data that brings you closer to your goal.
Reflect and Learn: After every setback, take time to reflect. What went wrong? What can you learn? Write it down.
Adjust Your Strategy: Use the insights gained to tweak your approach. Small adjustments can lead to significant improvements over time.
Remember, resilience isn't about avoiding failure; it's about bouncing back stronger. Embrace failure. Learn from it. Grow.
TIP OF THE DAY
Quick, Actionable Advice
View failures as opportunities to learn and grow. Reflect on what went wrong and how you can improve next time.
MINDSET AND MENTAL HEALTH
Conquer Your Day with a Positive Mindset
View failures as opportunities to learn and grow. Reflect on what went wrong and how you can improve next time.
Your mindset shapes your day. Start strong.
Here are some tips to keep your attitude in check:
Gratitude Practice: Begin each morning by listing three things you’re grateful for. It’s simple but transformative.
Affirmations: Speak positivity into your life. Say, “I am resilient. I am strong. I can handle this.”
Daily Reflection: At the end of the day, reflect on what went well. Celebrate small victories.
Stress Less, Live More
Stress is inevitable. How you handle it is up to you.
START OVER KITTY RECOMMENDATIONS
Must Read Resources
Craving knowledge to fuel your resilience journey? Look no further. Here are some top picks to empower, inspire, and guide you.
"Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance" by Angela Duckworth
This best-seller dives deep into the science behind grit and how it trumps talent every single time. Duckworth's compelling research and real-world examples will leave you motivated to keep pushing forward, no matter the obstacles.
"Man’s Search for Meaning" by Viktor E. Frankl
A profound exploration of life’s purpose through the eyes of a Holocaust survivor. Frankl's unforgettable narrative will teach you about resilience from the depths of human suffering, offering timeless lessons on finding meaning even in the worst circumstances.
"The Obstacle Is the Way" by Ryan Holiday
Inspired by Stoic philosophy, this book showcases how embracing challenges can be your greatest ally. Holiday presents practical advice and historical anecdotes to turn adversity into advantage.
JUST FOR FUN
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INSPIRATIONAL CORNER
Quote to Start Your Day
Life doesn’t get easier or more forgiving, we get stronger and more resilient.
Building resilience is like strengthening a muscle – the more you work on it, the stronger it gets. Each setback is an opportunity to grow and become more resilient.
PRACTICAL TOOLS AND APPS
Supercharge Your Resilience
Habitica
Gamify your to-do list and build resilience through habit-forming!
Habitica turns tasks into quests and rewards you for completing them, making productivity fun.
Resilience App
Personalized coaching to build mental toughness.
This app provides daily exercises and insights tailored to your resilience journey, helping you bounce back stronger.
Forest
Boost focus and productivity by planting virtual trees!
Stay focused and present by growing a virtual forest as you complete tasks, a unique way to build resilience in your work habits.
FINAL THOUGHTS
As you start your day, remember this:
Every setback is an opportunity for a comeback.
Life will throw challenges your way, but each one carries within it the seeds of growth and resilience. Don't just endure—evolve. You're capable of extraordinary things.
So, take a deep breath. Reflect on your journey. Recognize the strength you’ve gained along the way.
You are resilient. You are unstoppable.
Tomorrow is another chance to rise stronger.
Until next time, keep pushing forward.
Start Over Kitty & The Permission to Start Over Team
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