How To Set Realistic and Compassionate Goals

What if the key to achieving your dreams lies not in pushing harder, but in learning to celebrate the small wins along the way?

In today’s episode, your host Brooke Jean shares her wisdom on overcoming perfectionism and setting goals that lead to true fulfillment. As a recovering perfectionist herself, Brooke knows firsthand how lofty expectations can lead to burnout and stagnation. She offers practical strategies for breaking down big visions into manageable milestones and celebrating the small wins along the way. By learning to embrace the messy and find freedom in a life unperfected, you will gain the tools you need to let go of who you think you are supposed to be and create the life you’ve always wanted.

[00:00 - 07:56] Showing Up Imperfectly

• Perfectionism is unrelatable; people crave realness in 2024.
• Introducing the Perfectionism Detox Masterclass
• Waiting for the perfect moment means missing opportunities.

[07:57 - 14:07] Breaking Goals Down into Baby Steps

• What do we need to accomplish our big mission?
• The importance of breaking milestones into 20+ micro-steps.
• Communicating needs and scheduling time for consistent action.

[14:08 - 25:11] The Perfectionist's Trap and an Alternative Approach

• How lofty goals can lead to shame, burnout, and health issues.
• Taking aligned action and celebrating the journey with the unperfected method.
• Utilizing strengths, collaborating, and following the feel-good.

[25:12 - 35:25] The Power of Celebrating Micro-Shifts

• Focusing on progress and effort, not just final destinations.
• How celebration breeds abundance and expands what we want more of.
• Brooke's July challenge is to celebrate small wins while launching online.

[35:26 - 39:41] Realistic Goals Lead to Momentum and Self-Worth

• Recap: lofty goals can cause a freeze state, smaller goals build momentum.
• Breaking down your vision into milestones and mini-goals.
• Building integrity and motivation by consistently showing up.

Tweetable Quotes:

"Every day that you show up and you work on your thing for 30 minutes, you get more self-worth." - Brooke Jean

“Miracles beget miracles. Joy begets joy. Celebration begets celebration." - Brooke Jean

*This is not medical advice. Please consult with a professional before making any changes

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