📕 The Pathless Path
by Deano · 16 things on NewTwos
- If your job is just a means to an end and you spend your days watching the clock, maybe it's time to try a different route. ~ Paul Millerd
- The educated, hardworking masses are still doing what they're told, but they're no longer getting what they deserve. ~ Seth Godin
- A high-flying career is a waste of time if it doesn't fill your life with joy and satisfaction. ~ Paul Millerd
- Burnout happens when you try to do too much and please too many people. Ask yourself: "Who am I doing this for?" ~ Paul Millerd
- Learning to exist with this vagueness is vital, especially at the earliest stages of making a change. ~ Paul Millerd
- An existential crisis can be the key to many locked doors. ~ Paul Millerd
- Putting off your happiness until retirement is a huge mistake. What if it never comes? ~ Paul Millerd
- Your imagination is a garden of new ideas waiting to flourish. ~ Paul Millerd
- Try this
- List your core values: Write down 3 to 5 values that genuinely resonate with who you are, not what others expect of you. Use these to guide your decisions.
- Reframe success: Define what success means to you personally. Include at least three non-material benchmarks that signify a life well-lived.
- Identify your fears: Take 10 minutes to write down what's holding you back. For each fear, brainstorm one small action to address or challenge it.
- Experiment boldly: Choose one small, unconventional step you can try this week — like starting a creative project, reaching out to an inspiring individual, or changing your daily routine.
- Carve out reflection time: Dedicate 10 or 15 minutes daily to reflect on your experiences, emotions, and insights. Track how these align with your desired path.
- Embrace uncertainty: Write a letter to yourself about how uncertainty can be exciting rather than daunting. Keep it visible as a reminder to stay open to possibilities.
- Seek connection: Reach out to one person who embodies a pathless path you admire. Ask them about their journey and any advice they'd share with you.