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The Mirror Doesn't Move First, You Do
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For all I know this phrase is a cheesy meme that's reached 100 trillion views on Tickstogram, but I don't care. I love it. If you don't like how things are for you right now, remember this: The mirror doesn't smile first. You smile and the mirror follows in a little while. Or to look at it another way, you act, and the consequences of that action are reflected back to you. So stop waiting for a sign. Stop waiting for a gift. Do something. You may not see the results right away. But if you never make a move, your reflection will always be the same. Smile. Make that call. Dress up. Do your hair. Ask for help. Make a decision. Go for a walk. Whatever feels like the action you want to take right now. Just. Take. Action. And watch the person in the mirror change. Have a lovely day, Stephen -- If you’re curious whether coaching could help you find more clarity or direction, book a free 15-minute Clarity Call and we’ll explore it together. Or, you can join my HeRO community here. For anything else, hit reply. I answer every email personally. |
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