HAPPINESS AND GROWTH - It's the EFFORT
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Dear Reader, Happiness and Growth "DON'T WORK HARDER, WORK SMARTER." It's so good to hear and great for the ego. But let's be honest about the biggest lie humankind has told itself over the past decades: that success is available without effort. That effort is unnecessarily painful and should be avoided whenever possible. As W.B. Yeats brilliantly understood: "Happiness is neither this nor that. Happiness is growth. We are happy when we are growing." This truth guides my work as a Purpose & Career Clarity Coach. I've seen firsthand how we build genuine self-esteem and self-worth when we praise the effort, not just the achievements. My approach helps clients:
Just like a caterpillar's necessary struggle to push through its cocoon to become a butterfly, transformation requires meaningful effort. Without this struggle, there is no strength to fly. Are you ready to embrace meaningful effort and discover work that aligns with your purpose? Let's connect and explore how you can find clarity in your career journey. Feel free to schedule a time that works for you: https://tidycal.com/alkadidi/30-minute-meeting Thankyou! Best, Alka |
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