One small step to mankind...

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Even those who made it to the moon had to start somewhere. Today we are going to look at how to get going with that first small step (Jan 11th 26)

A story...

Once upon a time, there was a person. The person was a good one, and all they cared about was making sure everyone and everything was well looked after and in good working order.

One day, after many years of doing what needed to be done, the person looked up and realised it's been years since they looked after themselves and did something to make them feel happy and looked after.

The person also realised they didn't know where to start, or what to do, in order to change this automatic habit of just putting one foot after the other and letting life do its thing.

The good person realised they were feeling stuck, and that nothing of the things they used to like or loved doing made much sense these days. They felt like deep down, they didn't really know themselves, and they were worried they had missed out on a good life, or even worse, a good future!

The good person reached out, and we spoke. At the end of the conversation, they decided to do something they've never done before:

First, at the beginning of the week, or maybe the end of the weekend, they would write down one, two or even three things they can do this week to break free of the routine patterns that feel too limiting. These can be small things, like going to lunch in a new place or with a new friend/colleague/someone, or travelling to the other side of town to watch a movie in that much-talked-about movie experience. It can be to take 2 hours off to just go to the park, or get themselves out to an open mike at the nearest pub.

Small things that add up. They don't have to be costly or cost anything at all. The idea is just to make small decisions and commitments to do something different, and be mindful to actually do it.

The second thing was to write down an adventure for the month. This would be something slightly larger in meaning and might even mean going away, or doing something that would last a few hours.

For example, driving out of town to visit old friends. Going to the beach to see the sunrise (or sunset). Volunteering at a kitchen soup or Meals on Wheels. Spending the night at the museum or inviting the neighbours for a bonfire with S'mores.

The point is to start doing things to break free of old patterns, limitations and the very limiting beliefs that you can't change, that you'll always feel stuck or the worst one - that you don't know what you might want to do. Or try!

When you open yourself up to doing and trying new things, you get reminded that life is really what you make of it. And even if you feel like you have no choice, if you're a carer or suffering from something yourself, changing your energy and finding the small things to bring you joy, this is how you shift out of stuckness and into the flow.

Many people have great memories from when they were young, but the trick is to create new memories and adventures you can look back on at any time in life.

I hope you take a leaf out of the good person book and find your own way to feel like life is your happy place!

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This week in Healing Conversations

This week, I chatted with Greg Arnold about his journey from depression to leading a life of meaning and purpose:

In this deeply honest and inspiring conversation, host einav avni is joined by Greg Arnold, who opens up about his personal journey from battling self-harm and profound self-doubt to discovering the power of self-care and self-compassion. Together, they explore the roots of mental health challenges, the weight of social and personal expectations, and the pivotal role that relationships and kindness play in healing.

You'll hear Greg Arnold's reflections on growing up with an auditory processing disorder, facing ridicule and misunderstanding from those around him, and how these experiences shaped his self-esteem. Most importantly, the discussion offers practical steps and heartfelt advice on what real healing looks like—finding light in dark times, learning to forgive oneself, and the small yet significant milestones that pave the way for change.

More about Greg:
Greg knows firsthand what it feels like to battle depression and live under the weight of constant negative self-talk. Once he discovered the power of the FIGHT framework, he was able to love and appreciate himself, and as a bonus, be able to thrive beyond his wildest dreams.

His mission is to share what he has experienced and learned with others who are mentally struggling so that they can start thriving in their careers, relationships, and purpose!

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2) instagram.com/garnoldvo
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