Have you ever abandoned a dream because it wasn’t realistic? Most people have. You tell yourself it’s not feasible to build that seven or eight-figure business after all. That everyone knows entrepreneurs can’t go to Europe for the entire summer. And it’s ridiculous to think about writing that book or giving that TED talk. What’s

An obstacle is not a problem. There will always be obstacles between where you are now and where you want to be. Otherwise, you’d already be there. Overcoming obstacles is literally how you get from where you are to where you want to be. They’re stepping stones on the path to what you want. It

Ever wish you could sell your business? Two important truths you need to know: Truth #1: If you want to sell because you’re exhausted, it means your relationship with your business is unhealthy. If your business makes you feel trapped, frustrated, or overwhelmed, it’s a sure sign that it can’t run without you. All the

What happens when you set a big goal? You feel excited at first. But then you start to feel uncomfortable. You worry you might fail. When the pressure mounts, you feel the urge to “buffer” to escape feelings of doubt and overwhelm. You’ll eat the snack or drink the wine or buy another thing you

What stops you from your dreams? It’s not what you think. What stops you is that you don’t want to feel certain feelings. You’re willing to feel uncertainty and even doubt because, after all, you’re an entrepreneur. But you’re not willing to feel stupid or rejected. And you definitely want to avoid feeling weak. No

Hurry. Work hard. Be the best. Your mind is filled with rules like these. They were created in response to hidden beliefs such as: There’s not enough time. Struggling is necessary. I must prove my worth. They’re stored in an internal “manual” you use to make decisions and evaluate life. Most of the time, you’re