The Ambitious Procrastinator Petra Kolber

In this episode of The Ambitious Procrastinator, I share a metaphor of surfing, to illustrate how we can navigate through life's challenges and opportunities. Drawing inspiration from observing surfers at Redondo Beach and watching the documentary series "100 Foot Wave," I discuss the importance of seizing opportunities, taking action, and having faith in ourselves. 
In this show I compare our life to three choices that surfers make daily:
When to Ride the Wave: Just like surfers navigate the ocean, we too must learn to ride the waves of life. Whether it's seizing opportunities, taking action, or having faith in the unknown, we need to be willing to go for it and embrace the momentum.
When to Go Through the Wave: Going through challenges head-on is how we build our courage and resilience. Every time we face a wave, we stretch our confidence and grow stronger. 
When to Wait for the Wave: Patience is a virtue, especially in a world of instant gratification. Sometimes we need to wait, sometimes we need to go through the wave, and sometimes we need to listen to our feelings and adjust our approach. It's all about mindset and being willing to get back up again, just like a surfer in the impact zone.
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In this episode, Petra explores the importance of TRUST - especially when it comes to trusting ourselves and teaches us five ways to strengthen our beleif in ourselves.
She uses the acronym Truth, Respect, Understanding, Self-Awareness and Time to build her case for why this is such an important tool for you, and how to use it, as you create your best possible future. 
Here are three key takeaways from the episode:
1️⃣ Trust in Yourself: Trusting yourself is about living out loud what you already know to be true. It's about believing in your abilities, strengths, and intuition. By trusting in yourself, you can take radical, beautiful, and unique actions that move your dreams into reality.
2️⃣ Self-Compassion and Understanding: Self-awareness and self-compassion are crucial components of trusting yourself. Understanding your feelings, respecting yourself, and treating yourself with kindness and respect are essential in building trust in yourself. It's about owning all the goodness inside of you and embracing your flaws with empathy and curiosity.
3️⃣ Time and Patience: Building trust in yourself takes time. It's a journey of self-discovery, self-acceptance, and growth. As we navigate through life, it's important to remember that trusting yourself is a continuous process that requires patience and perseverance. Trusting in your worth, your future, and the universe's plan for you can lead to incredible outcomes.
Trusting yourself is a powerful tool that can propel you towards your dreams. 
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In this episode, we dive deep into the concepts of fixed mindset versus growth mindset, inspired by the work of Carol Dweck.
Here are three key takeaways from this episode that I believe can truly transform the way you approach your goals and dreams:
1️⃣ Mindset Matters: Your mindset shapes your reality. Whether you believe in a fixed mindset or a growth mindset can significantly impact how you approach challenges, setbacks, and opportunities in your life. By cultivating a growth mindset, you open yourself up to endless possibilities and growth.
2️⃣ Embrace Challenges: Challenges are not roadblocks; they are opportunities for growth. Instead of viewing obstacles as reasons to give up, see them as stepping stones towards your success. Embrace challenges with resilience, grit, and a can-do attitude, knowing that each hurdle is a chance to learn and evolve.
3️⃣ Feedback is Fuel: Feedback is not a personal attack; it's valuable information that can propel you forward. Embrace feedback as feedforward, using it to refine your skills, enhance your performance, and move closer to your best possible future. Learn from criticism, separate it from your identity, and let it fuel your growth.
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In this week's episode of The Ambitious Procrastinator, I dive into the ABC's of turning negativity into possibility. 
I introduce a simple framework:
A for activating event - the trigger
 B for belief (particularly irrational beliefs)
 C for consequences 
And then I talk about the important reframe. Learning to question the belief instead of questioning yourself and in turn how to create the freedom that comes when we exchange the negative emotions of our past with the positive emotions for our best possible future.
I share a personal example of an activating event from my past, as I guide you to identify your own triggers, irrational beliefs, and consequences. And by bringing awareness to yourself and your surroundings you will be able to exchange the negative emotions for positive ones, as you learn to shift your perspective and approach these events with confidence and optimism.
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In this episode I visit the science of positive psychology and explore how positive emotion, engagement, relationships, meaning, and accomplishments can live alongside ambition and procrastination. 
Key Takeaways:
Positive Emotion: Learn how to infuse your day with gratitude and anticipation to attract more positivity into your life.
Engagement: Dive into the power of being fully present and engaged in your life, fostering deep connections and meaningful experiences.
Relationships: Explore the golden rule of treating others as they wish to be treated and discover the importance of nurturing a compassionate relationship with yourself.
Meaning: Uncover your ikigai, your reason for being, and reignite your passion by revisiting moments of joy and excitement from the past.
Accomplishments: Reflect on past successes and strengths to propel yourself forward, overcoming procrastination and embracing new challenges.
Action Steps:
Embrace small daily habits to bring 1% more joy and positivity into your life. Strengthen your engagement with others by being fully present and attentive. Deepen your relationships by treating yourself with kindness and compassion. Move closer to your meaningful goals by reflecting on past moments of fulfillment. Harness the power of past accomplishments to propel yourself towards future success. Bonus Free Confidence Quick Start: A seven-day email series designed to boost your self-confidence, a key factor in overcoming procrastination. Sign Up Here

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In this episode, we dive deep into the power of self-reflection and tuning into your heart to overcome self-doubt and take inspired action towards your dreams. Think of this show as your mindset meditation that you can use anytime you need to realign your actions with your ambition.
Here are three key takeaways from this week's episode:
1. Aligning with Your Core Values: Take a moment to reflect on your core values and how they align with your current activities and habits. By prioritizing actions that resonate with your values, you can move closer to your true purpose and fulfillment.
2. Identifying Energizing Tasks: Recognize the activities that bring you joy and fulfillment. By focusing on tasks that energize you, you can gain clarity on where to direct your energy and attention, leading to a more fulfilling and successful future.
3. Visualizing Your Perfect Day: Envision your ideal, perfect day a year from now. Imagine where you would be, who you would be with, what you would be doing, and how you would feel. By embodying this vision and taking inspired action, you can manifest your best possible future.
I invite you to listen to the full episode for a guided meditation and reflection session that will help you realign with actions with your aspirations. 
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