Define Your Monotony

I happen to be addicted to goal achievement. In a way, achieving a goal simulates an "ending" or a "being done." But, what I find most challenging are those moments when a new milestone hasn't shown itself to me, because I have nothing else to do but embrace the monotony of everyday life.

I came to the realization recently that there are so many things in life that we will never ever be "done" with. In the age of instant gratification, so many of us crave hitting that final goal, feeling the sense of being "done." But, tasks like laundry and dishes are never-ending. We can't goal-achieve our way into being done with them.

Now, I don't actually think being goal-oriented is a bad thing. But in those moments when your legs aren't moving, or when you're working on the same thing over and over again, do you lean into the monotony?

As we navigate through our daily lives, it's so important to remember that while goals give us direction and purpose, the monotony we often face is just as crucial. Embracing the repetition and finding meaning in the mundane can be such a powerful tool for ongoing contentment.

We have a choice in defining our monotony, just like we choose our goals. So, the next time you find yourself between milestones or caught in the routine, take that moment to be intentional. Appreciate the calm.

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I'm Ashley.

I help leaders resist perfectionism by tapping into their creativity.

If you find yourself wrestling with those type A tendencies, struggling with perfectionism, analysis paralysis, or feeling like you just can't get started, then why not join me on this journey?

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