And That's Okay! Reflecting on How Far You've Come

01/21/25 • 11 min

Have you ever paused for just a moment—maybe after a long day or when you're scrolling through old photos—and thought, 'Wow, I’ve come so far'? But instead of celebrating, you downplay it, saying, 'Yeah, but it’s not enough yet,' or 'Other people are doing way more.'

Today, I’m here to tell you this: your journey matters. The highs, the lows, the steps forward, and even the moments you felt stuck—they all count.

In this episode, we’re diving deep into reflection: how to truly recognize how far you’ve come, honor the feelings tied to your growth, and take intentional steps to keep moving forward—without letting self-doubt steal the moment.

So, find a comfy spot, or just settle in as we talk about how to embrace where you are...because it’s more than okay—it’s powerful.
ACTION STEPS:
Write down three words that describe how you feel right now.
Create a “feelings timeline” for the past year.
Schedule 10 minutes to do something that brings you comfort.
Share your gratitude or feelings with someone who’s supported you.
Leave a reminder for your future self about the steps you’re taking today.

Each step is simple but powerful, and I can’t wait to hear how they impact your journey

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Today, I’m here to tell you this: your journey matters. The highs, the lows, the steps forward, and even the moments you felt stuck—they all count.

Each step is simple but powerful, and I can’t wait to hear how they impact your journey

Order your copy of And That's Okay! book
Sign up for our weekly email "Feelings First"
Follow along over on Instagram
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Previous Episode

And That's Okay! Struggling to Set and Achieve Goals

We are still at the beginning of a new year AND It’s book launch week, so today, we’re talking about something straight from the book: the struggle to set and achieve goals. Maybe you’ve experienced it yourself. You feel inspired to make a change, set a goal, or work toward a dream. But as soon as you start thinking about everything involved, overwhelm creeps in. Suddenly, the excitement fades, replaced by doubt or even paralysis. You find yourself asking: Where do I even begin? How do I stay on track when life gets chaotic? What if I fail—again?

If you’ve had those thoughts...take a deep breath, because ...And that’s okay! You’re not alone.
ACTIONS STEPS:

Start small and specific.
Set time-based micro-goals.
Create visual reminders.
Incorporate accountability.
Celebrate tiny wins.

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And That's Okay! Managing Fear of Failure

Have you ever felt paralyzed at the thought of failing? Maybe there’s a project you’ve wanted to start, a conversation you’ve needed to have, or a dream you’ve tucked away because the thought of getting it wrong felt unbearable.
Fear of failure isn’t just about the fear of the act itself – it’s often tied to what we think failure says about us. Will people judge us? Will we judge ourselves?
Today, we’re talking about why the fear of failure feels so heavy, how to identify when it’s holding us back, and what steps we can take to push through it. Here’s the truth: failure is part of the process. And...that’s okay.
Recap what we’ve covered today:

· Fear of failure is normal and often signals that something matters to you.

· Naming your fear, reframing failure, starting small, planning for worst-case scenarios, and celebrating attempts can help you overcome it.

· Failure is a teacher, not a label.

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