66. How to Make Hard Choices Despite Your Feelings

Chasing a Greater Vision Podcast

SUMMARY:

In this episode of The Chasing a Greater Vision Podcast, Rickey delves into the significance of making tough decisions regardless of emotional comfort. As a remote IT professional, Rickey understands the allure of convenience and the ease of succumbing to laziness. He shares personal anecdotes and insights on overcoming the temptation to take the easy route in life.

Rickey emphasizes three crucial tips for making better choices:

1. Get Clear on Your True Wants: Understand what you genuinely desire, free from external influences.
2. Consider Long-term Consequences: Reflect on how your current choices will impact your future.
3. Set a Deadline: Commit to a timeline for your decisions to ensure you stay on track.

Through relatable stories, such as his decision to prioritize personal growth and relationships over competing in a High Rocks event, Rickey illustrates the power of intentional choices. He also discusses the modern challenges of instant gratification and the importance of fostering genuine connections and resilience.

Tune in to learn how to navigate the plethora of choices presented daily, avoid the pitfalls of "grass is greener" syndrome, and make decisions that align with your long-term goals. This episode is a must-listen for anyone feeling stuck or overwhelmed by the choices in their life.

Minute by Minute:

0:00 Introduction

5:20 Get clear on your true wants

7:03 Consider the long term consequences

10:17 Set a deadline

13:14 Recap

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