The only way to improve is to try.
It’s no secret I’m a believer in learning by doing. But there’s an albatross that comes with this method, and he isn’t going anywhere.
When we stop researching, comparing, filtering, and daydreaming about an outcome long enough to take a step (or giant leap) forward, we are guaranteed to fall and fall hard.
As human beings we are never ever going to win gold every time we do something, however large or small the action. That’s part of “grace."
But if we let this fear of falling down, of Read more [...] Monica McCarthy - Life Stylista
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Falling, Failing, and Being A Game Changer
Friday, January 13th, 2012
The only way to improve is to try.
It’s no secret I’m a believer in learning by doing. But there’s an albatross that comes with this method, and he isn’t going anywhere.
When we stop researching, comparing, filtering, and daydreaming about an outcome long enough to take a step (or giant leap) forward, we are guaranteed to fall and fall hard.
As human beings we are never ever going to win gold every time we do something, however large or small the action. That’s part of “grace."
But if we let this fear of falling down, of Read more [...] Ramblings on Fear
Tuesday, June 28th, 2011
There is nothing to fear but fear itself. ~ Franklin D. Roosevelt
Please excuse my language Mr. President, but I call bullshit.
There’s plenty to fear besides fear. Besides, why should we fear fear? We are hardwired to feel afraid for a good reason: fear shines a spotlight on our deepest longings/desires while protecting what we value most.
Besides, the question is not whether or not to feel afraid. How can you avoid a feeling?
You can’t.
The question is: What is the fear trying to tell you?
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Hi! I'm Monica and I believe in choosing, living, and sharing our own stories.
In 2011 I left the world of acting behind to pursue writing, traveling, and a life worth telling about. What's your story? The world is waiting.
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