Episode 8 - Big Societal Questions

Blooming Voices Podcast

Society tends to inform our beliefs and thoughts about what we should and should not be doing. It’s okay to question those from time to time.

Takeaways

• How do you honor your callings without falling into debt? Think outside the box.
• Your path doesn’t have to look like everyone else’s to be successful.
• Hold the thoughts of your dreams and desires and filter out the negative commentary.
• You’ll know the difference between a calling and wish/desire because a calling gives you a sense of urgency to act.
• Do you feel pressured by society to work harder than you can?
• If you really want to do a thing, hold onto that initial thought and let it grow into a deep belief until it becomes ingrained in your subconscious mind.
• We glamorize the hustle and grind and overworking while the rest of the world shows us it’s possible to be successful and prosperous without doing that.
• What if we adopted a more European way of life with more breaks throughout the day?
• Do you agree that the one who puts in the most hours into their work, wins?
• The win/lose mentality society creates can sometimes clash with what’s best for you.
• Challenge yourself when you come up against your own limiting beliefs or insecurities. Ask: Why do I think this about me? Why do I feel this way?
• Being attached to artificial deadlines you put on yourself can cause more stress and anxiety. This leads to the disappointment of unmet expectations and reaffirms your self-limiting beliefs.
• Take control of your thoughts, beliefs, and direction of your life. Blaming past circumstances for your current situation will only keep you going in circles.
• Remember: You are the one who decides what you think about yourself. What everyone else says or thinks, is a reflection of them, not you.
• Whatever you are pursuing or considering, you will always be met with one of three answers: Yes, not now, or something better.
• As long as you hear your voice in your decision, you’ll be fine.

Links

• Ruth Chang’s Ted Talk on Making Hard Choices - https://www.ted.com/talks/ruth_chang_how_to_make_hard_choices?language=en
• https://www.businessinsider.com/europe-us-culture-differences-abroad-2019-6#regulations-that-hurt-consumers-5
• https://medium.com/@ryanengelstad/how-to-question-your-beliefs-and-why-you-should-1de405c25d4b
• https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2019/02/religion-workism-making-americans-miserable/583441/
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8oGEK2BXpM

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