Believe that the person in front of you is smart enough and strong enough to hear you say what you actually mean. This will prune your life of those who cannot handle your full power, and will attract more of those who can. Stop diluting yourself: speak clearly, without apology.
remember this, popcorn is prepared all in the same pot, in the same heat, in the same oil but they don't pop at the same time so don't compare yourself to others, your time to pop is coming
Work. Work. Work. Stay hydrated. Go to the dentist. 10,000 steps. “What’s for dinner?” Insurance. Drink water. Pay a bill. Pay a bill. Smile. Credit Score. Check engine light. Go get gas. ALLERGIES! TAXES! STUDENT LOANS! Phone storage full. Email. Email. Apple $12.99. Apple $9.99. Subscriptions. Subscription. Overdraft. Laundry. Fold. Text. Text. Text. Clean the house. “I haven’t seen you in a while.” Doctors appoinment. Hair appoinment. Nail appointment. RENT. WAR! GOVERNMENT! POLITICS! THE PRESIDENT!!
In the corporate world, if you have:
- a decent salary,
- a manager who trusts you without micromanaging,
- the flexibility of a hybrid work setup,
- the freedom to take time off when needed,
- opportunities for growth and skill development,
- a supportive and inclusive company culture,
You’re already among the top 1% of professionals enjoying a truly balanced and fulfilling work life.
All this and you’re still making five yr plans. All this and you still worry about double texting. All this and you’re still counting calories and sucking in your stomach. All this and you still can’t forgive your parents. All this and you’re still waiting for someone to go first