About this episode
A common trap that I fall into is feeling like my “why” needs to be this huge, selfless thing. Like it needs to be Mother Teresa levels of altruism. Something like:
- Wanting to help underprivileged communities
- Because you want to fix climate change
- To support children because they’re our future
And, maybe it would be nice if those were naturally your reason but if they’re not, you shouldn’t feel bad about it.
Let's get something straight, your "why" doesn't have to be some big, noble cause or anything like that. It can be something that's all about you and what makes you happy. Yeah…it can be selfish. And in many ways, it SHOULD be selfish. Like, if your why is to start a business because you want to be your own boss and make some serious cash, that's totally fine. The fact that it’s authentic to you is going to ultimately be way more motivating than some PR thing you came up with because it “sounds better”.
Take the survey: https://tlbc.co/survey
Instagram: https://instagram.com/tinyleaps
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@tinyleaps
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@tinyleaps
Get every episode summarized
Each time Tiny Leaps, Big Changes publishes, we email you a written briefing from the transcript — the topics, who appeared, and any specific claims, with the ad reads skipped.
Email me new episodesFree for 3 shows. No card needed.
Hosts & guests
No transcript yet
This episode has not been transcribed. Request it and it moves to the front of the queue.
More episodes
More from Tiny Leaps, Big Changes
The importance of "me time" | 890
Tiny Leaps, Big Changes
Thank you | 889
Tiny Leaps, Big Changes
Why you need to stop working (sometimes) | 888
Tiny Leaps, Big Changes
My secret to learning new skills quickly | 887
Tiny Leaps, Big Changes