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I’m getting ready to take a couple of weeks off for our younger son's graduation in LA. Melissa and I are heading out to celebrate with him and have some great “experiences” along the way!
Plus, we’ve set some specific time aside to create a NEW “Experience List.”
So I was inspired to share an idea with you!
BACKGROUND:
Recently at an event, someone approached me after my keynote. It was a woman in her mid-thirties. She looked smart, successful and put-together but she quickly admitted she was wrestling with writing down any dreams and goals because she wasn't sure if her dreams were BIG enough and she wasn't sure their goals were SMART enough.
She was caught in something I call the “SMART Trap” because she wasn't sure if the ideas that were coming to her head were actually goals because she didn’t know if they were specific enough... or measurable... or realistic... or… you get the picture. As a result… she felt stuck. And she was in the “COMPARISON Trap” because she was trying to compare the size and the validity of her dreams to others in the room.
Ever been there? I sure have!
So, instead of her trying to come up with “Dreams” or “goals,” I suggested a different question.
Here’s the question:
What are some “experiences” you would like to have?
I’ve found that “EXPERIENCE” is a lower pressure word.
So instead of asking about your DREAMS or you GOALS, ask yourself about the kinds of experiences you’d like to have in your lifetime.
Because… experiences matter!
“The purpose of life, after all, is to live it.
To reach out eagerly and without fear
for new and richer experiences.”
- Eleanor Roosevelt
HOMEWORK:
"I think we should count our age by number of life experiences we've had instead of years!”
- Unknown
THINK IN CATEGORIES:
TRAVEL Examples:
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT Examples:
RELATIONSHIP Examples:
CAREER Examples:
OTHER CATEGORIES:
“People grow through experience
if they meet life honestly and courageously.
This is how character is built.”
- Eleanor Roosevelt
CALL TO ACTION:
Create an EXPERIENCE LIST... and just see where it takes you! And hey… share this with a friend! Invite someone to do it with you! And just see where it takes you!
Also… leave a comment and let us know about something you’ve put on YOUR “Experience List!” I can’t wait to hear from YOU!
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YOUR QUESTIONS:
Now, we’d asked if DREAM THINK DOers wanted to submit any questions and you guys responded with some GREAT ones.
From those, Antonio and I chose the following questions:
“Ok, here we go. I love love love my podcast. In fact, I am creating a second and am a co-host on another. My question is, when there is momentum and excitement it is easy to keep on going. What happens when the juices dry up a bit? How do you get your mojo back?” - Gail Craft
“Over the time I have gotten to know you listening to your show, I would say (and I know many agree) that you are gifted with wisdom. What would you say has been a key to growing in wisdom for you that a younger dream think doer could implement?”
- Beth Medley
“People are constantly suggesting that I start a podcast, but the market is so saturated that I don’t think I have much value to add. What made you take the leap? Did you start by just interviewing friends and colleagues?” - Kim Harden
But other than these 3… I didn’t know the questions Antonio was going to ask. So it felt like we were operating without a net. BUT I trust Tony… so we went for it. And it was a blast!
We talked about things like:
But one of my favorite questions unearthed a story about some wisdom my bride Melissa offered me early on. It’s something that helped me to set the course for my podcast but it’s also something that’s helped me live a happier and bolder life! I can’t wait for you to hear THAT one.
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
How about YOU!? What stood out to you from Tony’s questions and the awesome questions from other DREAM THINK DO listeners?
More importantly… what’s something that stuck with you?
Also, let’s hear YOUR tips and strategies. What’s something that works for YOU and/or what do YOU think works when it comes to sticking with a big goal?
And hey… what questions do YOU still have? Comment and let me know!
And PLEASE share this special episode with someone who YOU think would appreciate it and/or might be needing it… right now! They’ll thank you!
Know I’m rooting for you!
Mitch
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WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
How about YOU!? What stood out to you from what John and Ana had to share? More importantly… what’s something you’re going to try?
Also, let’s hear YOUR tips and strategies. What’s something that works for YOU to keep a relationship healthy and thriving?
And hey… what questions do YOU still have? Comment and let me know!
And PLEASE share this special episode with someone who YOU think would appreciate it and/or might be needing it… right now! They’ll thank you!