Focus on This

Spring is a natural reset—and not just for your junk drawer. In this episode, Marissa and Joel explore what it looks like to spring clean your life by removing what’s creating friction: too many goals, overly complicated routines, and nagging clutter that drains your attention. They talk about why subtraction often beats addition, how to build habits you can keep when life gets messy, and how a single clean-up win can create a ripple effect of momentum.Key TakeawaysSubtraction is a Growth Strategy. When you want a better life, your instinct is probably to add more tools, more rules, and more effort. But subtraction often creates faster relief and better results.Fewer Goals = Better Progress. Trying to chase six priorities at once usually leads to shallow progress and burnout. Limiting yourself to a small number of goals isn’t quitting—it’s choosing focus now so you can win over time.Pick the Goal that “Tips the Row.” A domino-style goal (or “push goal”) has an outsized effect on everything else. Find the priority that makes other goals easier—or makes them unnecessary.Stop Hyper-Optimizing Your Rituals. If your morning ritual only works when nothing goes wrong, it won’t last. Sustainable rhythms start with real constraints: the time and energy you reliably have.Use a Ceiling + Floor for Habits. Your ceiling is the ideal version (when everything goes right). Your floor is the version you can keep on a hard day. When you define both, you protect consistency—and consistency beats intensityClean One Squeaky Wheel. Choose one physical or digital space that’s quietly nagging you (a drawer, a chair pile, a desktop, an inbox) and restore order. Closing one loop can give you immediate mental bandwidth back.Watch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/Qbvuzn3bDAoThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

Do your weeks feel overstuffed—even when you’re trying to be intentional? In part two of this series, Marissa and Joel finish their conversation on Elizabeth Stanley’s Planning 2.0 (from Widen the Window) and get extremely practical: they break down how to use the Ideal Week as a “time budget” that creates margin, lowers stress, and helps you work with your energy instead of fighting it. You’ll learn how to build buffer for real life, knock out the nagging tasks that quietly tax your brain, and batch your work so your days stop feeling like mental pinball.Key TakeawaysExpect the Unexpected. Planning 2.0 doesn’t assume life will unfold perfectly. It anticipates that things will go sideways—and intentionally builds in room to absorb the impact.Margin Is Strategic. Planning 2.0 treats interruptions, transitions, and basic human needs as part of the design, not evidence that the plan failed.“Squeaky Wheels” Quietly Undermine You. Clutter, unfinished chores, lingering repairs, and small tolerations drain mental bandwidth in the background. Capturing them in writing and scheduling time to address them restores both order and confidence.Batch by Energy. When your day ricochets between deep work, meetings, and admin tasks, your brain pays a switching cost. Grouping similar work together protects focus and helps you finish with strength.The Ideal Week Is a Flexible Template. Think of it as a reusable map for the season you’re in. Revisit it quarterly, and let it guide your decisions—without turning it into a rigid rulebook.ResourcesIdeal Week PDFWiden the Window by Elizabeth StanleyWatch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/Lv4DvAaIb9IThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

How do we cope with an unpredictable world? Most of us overplan—rehearsing scenarios and bracing for every outcome—and then wonder why we feel anxious.In this episode, Marissa and Joel contrast Planning 1.0 (fear-driven contingency planning) with Planning 2.0 (intentional, flexible planning rooted in clarity). Drawing on Elizabeth Stanley’s research, they show how the Weekly Preview helps you move out of survival mode and into focused action.If you’ve ever felt behind before the week begins, this conversation will help you replace rumination with a plan you can trust.Key TakeawaysAnxiety Feels Productive—But Isn’t. Catastrophizing and contingency planning can give you a sense of control, but they don’t create meaningful progress. Planning 1.0 keeps you stuck in a narrow window of tolerance, where you’re only okay if everything goes according to plan.Plan When You’re Calm. You make better decisions when you’re regulated and clear-headed. That’s why the Weekly Preview works best when done before the week begins—on Friday, Sunday, or early Monday—so you’re looking at the week, not scrambling inside it.If Everything is Important, Nothing Is. You can’t fit everything into one week. Making real progress requires real tradeoffs. The Weekly Preview forces the question:What will I say no to so I can say yes to what matters most?Rest is a Strategy, Not a Reward. If you don’t plan for rest and rejuvenation, you default to survival mode. And survival mode shrinks your capacity to think clearly and act strategically.The Weekly Preview is the Pause You Need. It’s your opportunity to step back and shape the week with intention instead of urgency. You can’t control everything—but you can clarify what matters most and decide when you’ll move it forward. (That’s the kind of flexible plan that actually brings peace.)Watch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/UQjcqX24CEkThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

You can’t manufacture more time—but you can restore and expand your energy. In this episode, Marissa and Joel explore the “time-energy paradox” and why so many productivity strategies backfire by leaving you exhausted. They unpack three major energy drains and share practical strategies to give your mind and body more opportunities for truly restorative rest.Key TakeawaysTime Is Fixed. Energy Isn’t. You can’t add hours to your week, but you can bring better energy to the hours you already have.Screens Often Masquerade as Rest. Streaming and scrolling feel like “checking out,” but they overstimulate your brain. Instead? Get outside (trust us).Try Walking Meetings. When you can, take a meeting by phone and go for a walk. Less screen time, more oxygen, better energy.Information Overload Has a Cost.  We’re not built to process constant updates, endless content, and every crisis on-demand. Consuming less information today is one of the simplest ways to have more energy tomorrow.Protect Sleep (For Real). Sleep is how your body and brain restore. Many people chronically undersleep, then wonder why everything feels harder than it should.Make Bedtime More Attractive. If there’s nothing attractive about your bedtime routine, you’ll resist sleep. Design a calming, simple, enjoyable rhythm you actually look forward to.Run an “Energy Experiment.” Don’t overhaul your life. Pick one change for one week (earlier bedtime, outdoor breaks, screen cutoff time) and see what happens.Watch on YouTube at:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3zL4lWd_fakThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

Most people blame their phones for their lack of productivity, but the real culprit is sneakier: overestimation. In this episode, Marissa and Joel unpack why we consistently plan for best-case scenarios and then spiral when real life doesn’t cooperate. You’ll learn how overestimating your capacity, self-control, productivity, and ability to “catch up” creates unnecessary stress, erodes trust, and drains your resources. Most importantly, they’ll show you how to set up a game you can actually win.Key TakeawaysPlan for Reality, Not Best-Case Scenarios. We build days around “perfect conditions,” then feel behind by lunch. Assume interruptions, limited energy, and real-life constraints—and plan accordingly.Stop Overbooking Your Capacity. If your calendar has no margin, exhaustion is inevitable. Build buffers for transitions, downtime, and breaks so your day can breathe.Use Your Ideal Week to Set Pace, Not Max Output. The Ideal Week isn’t “How much can I cram in?” It’s “How do I work and live at my best?” Include recovery time and whitespace.Assume Self-Control Drops as the Day Goes On. Discipline is finite. The later it gets (and the more drained you are), the easier it is to binge, scroll, snack, or procrastinate. In response, design your environment to support your discipline instead of relying on it.Give Everything More Time Than You Think. The planning fallacy hits everyone. Add cushion so you finish more consistently. Practically, plan 150–200% of the time you think it will take.Make Room for “Stuff I Forgot to Plan For.” Surprises aren’t exceptions—they’re normal. Create a weekly block for the tasks and problems that inevitably pop up.Let the Daily Big 3 Keep You Grounded. Your Ideal Week is the vision. The Daily Big 3 is the reality check. If you’re not finishing, choose smaller targets and rebuild momentum.Watch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/EdW89LAMJ90This episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

Would you plant flowers in December—or plan a ski trip in June? Probably not. But many of us do the equivalent with our goals: we try to force outcomes that don’t match our actual capacity, energy, or reality. In this episode, Marissa and Joel walk through five “seasons” you may find yourself in—sowing, fallow, tending, pruning, and harvest—plus the hidden danger in each one and the most effective response. You’ll also learn seven distinct kinds of rest and how to use the Weekly Preview to identify your season and take the right next step.Key TakeawaysThe Year is Full of Seasons. There’s a natural ebb and flow to life, not just nature. Acting like it’s spring when you’re actually in winter won’t help you. Name the season you’re in and orient around what’s true right now, not what the New Year says.Sowing Season: Choose Focus Over Frenzy. When you’re ready to start new opportunities, the danger is starting too many things while motivation is high. The fix: pick one or two goals that actually move the needle and let the rest wait.Fallow Season: Rest on Purpose. After a sprint (or a crisis), your system needs recovery. Choose the kind of rest you actually need—physical, mental, sensory, creative, emotional, social, or spiritual.Tending Season: Reconnect to Vision. Don’t let “business as usual” make you forget why you started. Keep your why in view so you don’t drift off course.Pruning Season: Prevent Ineffectiveness. Just like plants, we become less fruitful when we’re trying to do too much at once. Pruning helps you create margin and center your energy where it can have the greatest effect.Harvest Season: Choose Boundaries (Fight FOMO). Momentum is great—overextension isn’t. Decide what must happen now, what can wait, and when the sprint ends.Align Your Plans and Your Season. During your Weekly Preview, name your season, watch for its danger signs, and plan your week accordingly. Work with the grain, and you’ll get fewer splinters.Watch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/QpzDeHQIjmwThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

2025 probably didn’t go according to plan—and that’s exactly why it’s worth paying attention to. In this episode, Marissa and Joel walk you through a simple reflection process for the last 11 months: naming what worked, facing what hurt, and deciding what you actually want to carry into 2026. You’ll learn how to work with your brain’s negativity bias, complete the stress cycle in your body, reframe regret as a helpful signal, and distill the year into a handful of lessons you can build on.Key TakeawaysStart with What Worked. Brain dump the last 11 months and name your wins—at work and at home. Use your camera roll and planner as prompts to remember moments you’d otherwise overlook. Let those checkmarks and snapshots remind you: it wasn’t all bad.Don’t Waste the Bruises. List what didn’t go well—disappointments, losses, and the “mixed bag” moments. Instead of reliving them, acknowledge what happened, name the emotions, and ask what still needs to be grieved or processed so you’re not dragging raw hurt into 2026.Pay Attention to Avoidance. Notice the projects, tasks, or conversations you kept procrastinating. Treat that dread as data: Is this a skills gap, a misfit task you shouldn’t own, or something that needs to be rethought entirely? Avoidance is often a clue about what needs to change next year.Let Regret Invite a Do-Over. Treat regret as an “open loop,” not a verdict. If something from 2025 still nags at you, ask, “What unfinished business is this pointing to?” Look for one concrete action—an apology, a boundary, a new habit—that lets you close the loop instead of carrying it forward.Distill the Year into a Few Core Lessons. Turn all of this into simple statements you can act on, like: “My days go best when I start with a plan,” or “I can’t love well when I’m out of balance.” Those lessons become your guardrails and fuel as you design your goals and rhythms for 2026.Watch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/hdmL3mfAyrcThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

The holidays can feel like a sprint with a suitcase. Marissa and Joel show you how to lighten the load with four concrete moves: define non-negotiables, eliminate what doesn’t matter, delegate what doesn’t require you, and (yes) procrastinate strategically. You’ll get scripts, shortcuts, and a Not-To-Do list for creating breathing room—at work and at home.Key TakeawaysName Your Non-Negotiables. Brain dump everything for December, then identify the items that truly must happen. Accept that not everything will get done—and choose what will.Run the “Everything Must Go” Sweep. Cancel or reschedule recurring meetings, low-value check-ins, and nice-to-have socials. If it can be an email (or nothing), make it one.Resign as Chief Everything Officer. At home: potluck the menu, batch one meaningful gift for everyone, use gift bags, outsource a couple dishes, trade childcare. At work: hand off distinct slices of projects, hire a contractor for time-sinks, and coach for skill—not constant review.Procrastinate on Purpose. Push arbitrary deadlines to January. Ask, “What part truly must happen now—and what can wait?” Renegotiate timelines for excellence, not exhaustion.Keep Self-Care Simple. Downshift to minimums that maintain energy (a 20-minute walk, earlier lights-out, simplified meals). Save the “perfect routine” for January.Watch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/dQpOs_bTd9gThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

As we head into Thanksgiving (in the United States), Joel and Marissa get practical about gratitude—the tiny habit that expands your perspective, steadies your pace, and strengthens relationships. From a coffee-cup thought experiment to a one-line script you can use today, you’ll learn how gratitude fuels goal-pursuit, patience, and team trust.Key TakeawaysSee the Hidden Team. AJ Jacobs’ experiment widens your lens for the work that goes into a single cup of coffee, from baristas to farmers, drivers, even road-line painters. Gratitude makes interdependence visible—fast.Scarcity Shrinks, Gratitude Expands. Scarcity tightens and isolates. Gratitude opens possibility and connection. Choose the bigger frame.Use the Script. Turn everyday encounters into bright spots by acknowledging the importance of the work of those serving you. Try: “Thank you for choosing your profession.” You’ll change the atmosphere (and often the outcome).Make It a Planner Habit. Use the Weekly Preview’s blank pages for a running gratitude list. Log “wins” and your Daily Win through a gratitude lens—not just achievement.Results You Can Feel.  Gratitude has a measurable impact on our success and relationships. It boosts engagement, trust, and goal progress—and even increases financial patience.Practice in Real Time. Shouldering something inconvenient? Reframe with gratitude (“What might this be protecting me from?”) and watch your state shift.Resources:Thanks a Thousand by AJ JacobsWatch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/fAfPHbnoANwThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

Most stalled days aren’t about willpower—they’re about constant context-switching. In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and Joel Miller break down the science of interruptions, how internal distractions amplify them, and practical ways to protect your best hours. Expect notification triage, deep-work tactics, and a saner way to take breaks that actually refuel you.Key TakeawaysName the Real Culprit. It’s not laziness—it’s interruptions. Expect hits that derail you every 3–11 minutes, costing 20–30 minutes to fully refocus. How will you plan accordingly?The Difference Matters. Interruptions are external; distractions are internal. You can’t stop every ping, but you can stop taking the bait.Cut Notifications Ruthlessly. Turn off non-essential alerts across phone and laptop. Use Focus/Do Not Disturb so only true emergencies break through.Signal Deep Work Windows. Tell people when you’re dark and when you’re back: set Slack/Teams status (e.g., “Deep Work — back at 1:00 pm”) and stick to it.Remove Temptation. Delete or block high-hook apps/sites during work blocks (tools like Freedom help). Make distraction harder than staying on task.Sprint, Then Breathe. Work in focused sprints and replace “digital smoke breaks” with 3–5 minutes outside to reset your brain without derailing momentum.Protect Uphill Work. Tackle your Big 3 (creative/strategic) when you’re freshest; save downhill tasks like email/Slack for lower-energy windows.Watch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/TIPbksG9_wIThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

Deadlines stack up. Daylight shrinks. Invitations multiply. In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and Joel Miller show you how to defend what matters—at work and at home—so you can enjoy the season and finish the year well. You’ll get boundary scripts, simple rituals, and a right-sized Ideal Week you can start using today.Key TakeawaysPractice Self-Advocacy. Be militantly on your own side. Set and communicate clear boundaries—no evening or weekend emails, true sick time, and real OOO when you travel.Say “No” Without Drama. Use a simple “yes-and-priorities” script: affirm the request → “Based on prior commitments, I can’t take this on right now.” → offer an alternate timeline or resource.Enlist Help in Reprioritizing. Are your leaders piling on new priorities? Rather than saying “no,” enlist their help in deciding what shifts. Say: “Here’s my current slate—what should I sideline to make room for this?”Protect Your Rituals. Your Morning, Evening, Workday Startup, and Workday Shutdown rituals keep you grounded. Simplify if needed, but uphold them to protect your energy and self-care.Refine Your Ideal Week. Budget your time on paper first—work blocks, family events, recovery, errands—then mirror it to your digital calendar. Adjust for the season’s unique constraints and commitments.Watch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/WUzUEVKA8LsThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

Long lists create stress and scattered effort. In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and Joel Miller show how the Daily Big 3 turns overwhelm into progress. You’ll learn a practical, repeatable way to choose three high-impact tasks each day—grounded in your Weekly and Quarterly Big 3—so you can be productive and peaceful. Key TakeawaysDitch the Club. The numbers say it all: everyone is stressed by their to-do list. But you don’t have to be a statistic.Stop the Crazy. Endless tasks split your focus and spike stress. Fewer, bigger priorities win.Process Your Priorities.  Brain dump everything → review Quarterly + Weekly Big 3 → review calendar/energy → choose three realistic, high-leverage tasks.Break Free of Urgency. Ask, “Will someone notice today if this isn’t done?” and “If nothing else happens, what three things matter most?”Choose the Path to Peace. Finishing strong comes from focusing small—consistently.Watch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/qEOn2Rk9MKUThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

Work–life balance is a baseline—flourishing is the goal. In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and Joel Miller unpack the evolved Double Win: 6 life-giving practices that move you toward joy. You’ll learn why different generations get stuck in opposite ditches, and the simple rhythms that help you feel present, energized, and purposeful at work and at home.Key TakeawaysToo Much of a Good Thing. Work and life both matter, but we tend to overindex on one at cost to the other. We need to start by bringing them into balance—but that alone isn’t enough.The Call to Flourish. Living fully means moving beyond balance into purpose, contribution, and delight. It means savoring the good and intentionally making space for more of it.Six Practical Practices. Here’s what to make space for: tending to yourself, connecting with others, doing work that matters, prioritizing recreation, experiencing nature, and staying open to the sacred.Presence Over Perfection. Instead of treating the practices like a rigid checklist, think of them as invitations to be more present to your life, and to create opportunities for joy.Build In Resets. Try out an evening ritual to decompress, and build out an Ideal Week to guide your commitments with more intention.ResourcesIdeal WeekWatch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/4H8dLPUFkIsThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

Sunday scaries are real—but what if they don’t have to be? In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and Joel Miller show you exactly how to win every Monday by doing a Weekly Preview by Sundays. You’ll learn why “the scaries” happen, how to calm your system with clarity, and the practical steps to enter every Monday confident, prepared, and focused.Key TakeawaysScaries are brain biology. Uncertainty spikes cortisol. Knowing what’s coming resets your body and your brain (even if you know the plan is prone to change).Celebrating wins matters. There’s more to celebrate than you realize, and noticing your wins helps you move naturally into gratitude—which comes with real benefits.Explore the Weekly Preview. Learn our simple process for learning from the past week and planning for the next. We break it down step-by-step.Make it a ritual. Choose your day, add music, grab a drink, and make it “a thing.” When you follow through on your ritual, you’ll notice a difference in your weeks.Share to stay aligned and accountable. Walk through the process with your spouse. Share your Weekly Big 3 with your team. Involving others can keep you on track.Mind your emotional contagion. Calm, prepared energy spreads—so does panic. Choose what you bring into Monday for yourself and for others.ResourcesFriday Focus PlaylistWatch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/dG9y7GJbk-sThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

Q4 can feel like calendar compression—year-end deadlines, next-year planning, and nonstop personal commitments. In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and Joel Miller share a clear, compassionate plan to reset for fall. You’ll explore six Practices of Flourishing, simple ways to reclaim presence, and concrete tactics to renegotiate commitments, right-size goals, and build momentum without burning out.Key TakeawaysName the squeeze. You know what’s coming: Q4 piles up at work and in extra pressures in life. Awareness is the first step to choosing differently.Use the six practices of flourishing. Restoring and protecting your well-being starts with six simple practices that move you toward flourishing. What are they? You’ll have to listen to find out.Good beats perfect. Swap all-or-nothing for small, consistent actions. Remember: the task is only as big as you decide it is. Scale back intentionally.Decompress your calendar. Reassess goals and events. Create a Not-This-Year list (or move part of a goal) to protect what matters most now.Renegotiate with grace. Honesty + alternatives = powerful. It’s okay to change your mind. Model clarity and kindness when backing out.Use your filters. Let your Quarterly Big 3 and Weekly Big 3 guide your yes/no decisions—especially when FOMO kicks in.Build margin for presence. Schedule restorative windows (walks, baking, simple rituals) to counter the frantic pace and restore focus.Watch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/-OW2_UJ6zp8This episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

Focus on This is back with a brand-new season—and a brand-new co-host. In this episode, Marissa Hyatt welcomes Joel Miller, Chief Content Officer at Full Focus, to talk about why focus matters more than ever in 2025. Together, they unpack the state of distraction we’re all living in, the surprising science of attention, and why focus is the key to turning intention into results.Key TakeawaysMeet Joel Miller. Get to know Marissa’s new co-host—his background, family, quirks, and why he’s the “word guy” at Full Focus.The State of Focus. Discover how modern life and work are designed to rob you of attention—and what it costs.Decisions Are Cuts. Every “yes” and “no” shapes your life. Learning to decide with clarity protects your energy and time.Focus Fuels the Double Win. Without focus, drifting is inevitable. With focus, you can win at work and succeed at life.What’s Coming This Season? Wondering what’s coming this quarter on Focus on This? Listen for a preview.Watch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/fJ1Vo1FBuDgThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

The first quarter of 2025 is almost over. Are you where you thought you’d be? Whether you’re ahead of schedule or feeling behind, now’s the perfect time to reset. In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and Ken Freire walk you through six essential questions to help you reflect on Q1, refocus for Q2, and build momentum for the months ahead.Key TakeawaysFind the Bright Spots. Before focusing on what needs to change, take stock of what went right. Reviewing your calendar, camera roll, or planner can help jog your memory.Choose Small Shifts. Instead of overwhelming yourself with huge changes, tweak simple habits that impact your success.Prioritize With Intention. What truly matters in the next 90 days? Clarifying your top priorities will ensure your goals align with your values and vision. Refresh Your Rhythms. Whether it’s a morning ritual, a weekly planning session, or a bedtime routine—your habits shape your success.Remember the Big Picture. Your goals aren’t just about achievement—they’re about who you’re becoming. Make sure your short-term actions align with your long-term vision.Find Your People. Who are you journeying with? The right support system will push you forward and keep you accountable.ResourcesPrintable Ideal WeekLifeFocus Retreat | May 2–3, 2025Double Win Coaching Strategy SessionThe Full Focus PlannerThe Full Focus Planner CommunityWatch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/rx1F6Ilvc2cThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

We set goals—then life happens. So what do you do when you need to change course? In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and Ken Freire walk you through the four key elements you can revise when a goal isn’t working. Small changes can make a big difference—and ensure you don’t give up on your goals too soon. Stay in it. You can do this.Key TakeawaysRevision Beats Quitting. The best goals are flexible. Instead of giving up, make adjustments that keep you moving forward.Time Matters. If your goal is too easy, shorten it. If it’s too hard, give yourself more time.Watch the Right Number. Is the metric you’re tracking actually undermining your success? Listen to learn how to know—and how to switch.Play the Long Game. Change takes time. The key is staying with it.Strategies Aren’t Sacred. Finding a better approach, accountability, or support system can make all the difference.ResourcesDouble Win Coaching Strategy SessionThe Full Focus PlannerThe Full Focus Planner CommunityWatch on Youtube at:  https://youtu.be/TQeKMMkEkUMThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

We’ve all been there—excited to chase a big goal, only to quit when things get hard. Why do we do it? And, more importantly, what can we do about it?  In this episode, Marissa Hyatt and Ken Freire take a vulnerable, insightful look at what drives us to give up and reveal practical strategies for staying the course.Key TakeawaysYou Can Do Hard Things.  Big goals require big growth. You’re not yet who you need to become to achieve your goal. The key? Staying connected to your why. Progress Takes Time. Instead of getting discouraged, celebrate small wins and track how far you’ve come. If you quit too soon, failure is guaranteed.Focus On the Next Right Thing. Goals are supposed to be risky—and that can make them overwhelming. Choose simple actions that move you forward.Shame Will Try to Stop You. You’ll have to battle the belief that your worth is tied to your success (but don’t worry, we’ve got ideas to help).Growth Can Feel Isolating. Not everyone wants to grow, because growth is uncomfortable. The key? Finding the right tribe to journey with you.ResourcesDouble Win Coaching Strategy SessionThe Full Focus PlannerThe Full Focus Planner CommunityWatch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/aXzs1mShBLsThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound