There are skills or qualities you have that you hold a special capacity to carry out. You know, those qualities and quirks you do really well. You’re almost so good at it that you end up overdoing it. This episode talks about taking a break from what we’re overdoing.
A friend and I were recently chuckling about our unique quirks. For my friend, one of his quirks is that he’s an overthinker and one of the areas that particular quirk isn’t helping him is dating. During our conversations, we came up with ways to work around our quirks. I suggested for my friend to tell his brilliant brain to go on break so he can feel his way forward when it comes to relationships. He agreed to try and the journey began.
I’m here to spend quality solo time with you for EP191’s Wise Walk as we discover our True Stride. I love that my friend and I could playfully address quirks. We recognize where those quirks give value to our life and where they don’t. More importantly, I love that we don’t shame ourselves for our quirks that we may overdo in some situations.
On our Wise Walk, we discuss taking a break from what we’re overdoing. A chance to step back from a quality or quirk may be the reset you need. Come with me as we reflect on these Wise Walk questions:
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- What are you “over”?
- What quality do you feel overspent in?
- Where can you give yourself a break?
- What steps are you willing to take in order to give yourself a break?
- What will free up once you put “overdoing” on a break?
- Can you appreciate the unintended benefits that show up in your life from that quality and from taking a break?
You are the CEO of your life. Offer yourself a sabbatical so you can stop overdoing things. It’s time to release the tension of overcompensating.
Give yourself a break from overdoing so you allow other things to come in your life that are unintentional benefits. Take a step back with these Wise Walk questions:
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- Is there someone in your life that you want to thank for how they take on overdoing things for the benefit of your relationship?
- Can you make sure they know that you noticed?
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In this episode:
[00:23] – Welcome to the show!
[01:44] – What quality do you feel overinvested in?
[04:28] – Mary Tess is taking a break from overcommitting and over-planning.
[06:32] – What unintended benefits are showing up for you? PART 1
[09:01] – What unintended benefits are showing up for you? PART 2
[11:21] – What will you detox from?
[14:11] – Check if you’re actually overdoing things or if it’s a phase. Why is this important?
[16:48] – Thank you for listening!
Memorable Quotes:
- “Giving yourself a break from overdoing can allow other things to come in your life that are unintended benefits.” – Mary Tess
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