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137 | Breaking Out of Black-and-White Thinking
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Today’s episode inspiration came from a recent conversation I had with someone from my community. She’s an avid podcast listener, and we actually ended up on a call together (which I LOVE when that happens)!
The concept of ‘black-and-white’ or ‘all-or-nothing’ thinking kept coming up for me after chatting with her. This is something that I’ve personally struggled with, and I know sooo many other women have as well, so I knew it was time to bring it here.
In today’s episode, I want to talk about breaking out of black-and-white thinking. For some reason, you think you only have two choices with EVERYTHING. You get stuck in these ‘extremes’ traps, and it’s like you can’t move forward until the ‘perfect’ conditions allow you to do so.
Society has led you to believe that everything is either black or white, but that couldn’t be FARTHER from the truth!
There is sooo much beauty in the ‘middle ground’, especially when you choose to commit to yourself and your dreams. Clarity comes through action – it’s not the other way around!
And no..it’s not going to look *just* like everyone else’s will, because you have to figure out what the best (and sustainable) path forward looks like for YOU.
The black-and-white thinking is prevalent and dangerous now, more than EVER. You’re made to believe that it’s ‘you vs. them’, ‘good vs. evil’, ‘right vs. left’, and so on.
But you know what?? The growth, opportunities, contentment, and pure happiness that comes from breaking FREE from this type of thinking is awaiting you on the other side!
At the end of the day, your story is YOURS to write. How beautiful is that?! Please know that I’m here with you on this journey – I’m no expert, but I know what it’s like to get uncomfortable, and challenge limiting beliefs. I’m so proud of what you’re doing, and am forever grateful for you!
In this episode, Breaking Out of Black-and-White Thinking, I cover:
- Why women get so stuck in the ‘all-or-nothing’ thinking
- Realizing that life is never *just* black and white + finding beauty in the ‘middle ground’
- Committing to yourself & your dreams so you CAN expand and make them happen
- Figuring out what a ‘good’ mom, wife, business owner, etc. means to YOU
- Praising women for being completely selfless + the fear of success that plagues so many women
- Why this ‘black-and-white’ thinking is even MORE prevalent now
- Reflecting on my path that ultimately led to the growth & purpose I have today
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Related Episodes:
- Episode 131 | Going Beyond the Pale
- Episode 124 | Coming Home: Politics, Purpose, and the Ripple Effect
- Episode 112 | The Lost Art of Using Your Brain Box: The Unshakable Calling for Diverse Perspectives, Empathy, and Critical Thinking
More about Gather in Growth podcast:
Where can I connect with fellow rural women who aren’t afraid to dream big dreams? How do I create and sustain daily habits that help me reach my personal and professional goals? Am I the only one that absolutely loves living in the middle of nowhere but wants to understand the world beyond my backyard? What should I do about the unshakable feeling that there’s more to life than just showing up? How do I break free from other people’s opinions and confidently live as my authentic self?
Welcome to Gather in Growth, a show created for passionate, growth-focused rural women like you. From mindset work and building strong habits to nerding out over personal growth books through the lens of life on a backroad, this is a show to leave you feeling joyful, inspired, ready to take action, and a little less alone.
Tune in for honest and heart-felt conversations with host, Emily Reuschel, and fellow thought leaders, to talk about personal growth and thriving as a rural woman. Here you’ll gain tactical strategies to bring your dreams to reality, real talk about the ups and downs of tackling goals, meaningful insight from fresh perspectives, and the confidence to step into the calling that’s been laid on your heart for a reason. If you crave to feel seen in a small town, you’re in the right place.
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Welcome to Gather in Growth, a show created for passionate, growth-focused rural women like you. From mindset work and building strong habits to nerding out over personal growth books and exploring the unique joys and challenges of living rural, this is a show to leave you feeling joyful, inspired, ready to take action, and a little less alone.
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