This Week with Introspective
The definition of Action from the Skills Discovery:
You feel compelled to act immediately and decisively.
You are much more comfortable with forward momentum than you are with careful strategy and reflection.
Getting started is the only way for you. You will learn as you go along and if it doesn't work, then at least you tried.
Questions to help you bring this strength to life:
What's one thing you could do today instead of putting it off until tomorrow?
What's something you've been overthinking that just needs a first step?
Where is your bias toward action serving you — and where might it be getting in the way?
Resources of the Week
Video
Inside the Mind of a Master Procrastinator
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In this hilarious and insightful TED Talk, Urban encourages us to think harder about what we're really procrastinating on, before we run out of time.
By Tim Urban
Article
From Resolution to Reality: Turning Intentions Into Daily Action
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Progress doesn’t come from good intentions alone; it comes from consistent, repeatable actions that are small enough to actually do.
By Liz Nissim Ph.D.
Book
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The secret to changing your life isn't knowing what to do - it's knowing how to make yourself do it. The 5 Second Rule is the secret to changing anything about your life.
By Mel Robbins
Strength Story: Susan
The Strength of Action
Susan's Action strength is simple: when something needs to happen, she moves. She's learned that if she doesn't act immediately, she probably won't. So she responds to emails, sets things up, and gets groups moving before anyone has to ask. That same instinct shows up in her coaching, where she pays close attention to whether people are translating insight into motion.
Her advice: notice where you're holding back, because one small step is usually all it takes to build momentum.
Fact of the Week
Taking action creates momentum and increases the likelihood of continued progress.
Research in behavioral activation psychology shows that getting started helps reduce procrastination and builds motivation. (American Psychological Association)
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