The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
Moment 119 - How To Figure Out ANYTHING In Your Life: Marie Forleo
Fri Jul 21 2023Description
The episode explores the concept of figure-outable problems and dreams. It emphasizes the importance of caring deeply about our goals and being honest with ourselves about what we truly want. The speaker also discusses the idea of prioritizing activities and the freedom that comes with not being overly ambitious. Overall, the episode encourages self-reflection and authenticity in pursuing our dreams.
Insights
Rule number one: All problems or dreams are figure-outable.
This rule serves as a foundation for problem-solving and goal-setting, reminding us that there is always a way to overcome challenges and achieve our dreams.
Understanding the difference between can't and won't can help us be more honest with ourselves about what we truly want.
By distinguishing between genuine limitations and lack of desire, we can make more informed decisions about our goals and priorities.
Prioritizing activities other than our main goals can be a form of honesty and freedom.
It's okay to focus on activities that bring us joy and fulfillment, even if they are not directly related to our primary ambitions. This allows us to live authentically and avoid unnecessary pressure.
Chapters
Chapter 1: Figure-outable Problems and Dreams
00:03 - 06:07
- Rule number one: All problems or dreams are figure-outable.
- Rule number two: If a problem or dream isn't figure-outable, it's a law of nature.
- Rule number three: You may not care enough to solve a particular dream or reach a particular goal, and that's okay. Find something you do care deeply about and go back to rule number one.
- We often have goals that we think are important but don't actually want deep down.
- Sometimes we want to want something, but we don't actually want it.
- We put pressure on ourselves to want things because we think we should.
- It's important to admit when we just don't care enough or don't want something.
- Using lack of time as an excuse is often a way of avoiding admitting our true priorities.
- Understanding the difference between can't and won't can help us be more honest with ourselves about what we truly want.
Chapter 2: Prioritizing Activities and Honesty
05:41 - 06:07
- The speaker discusses how they often prioritize activities other than their Italian studies.
- They feel that this is more honest and freeing for them.
- They emphasize that not being ambitious enough does not make them a bad person.