Make sure your strategy is helpful for you
“Because I should,” “Because I have to,” or “Because more is automatically better” are not winning strategies for happiness or impact.
Some examples of some strategies to shift into when you notice you are in a draining or restraining one:
Because I want to
To bring me joy
To bring joy to someone else
To help someone solve a problem
To help myself solve a problem
To create connection
To steward a life-giving mission or legacy
Etc
One of the essential habits you can build to help you execute strategies that contribute to your happiness rather than detract from it is cross-checking your motivations when you feel pressured or resistant to take action that you “should” take. The most significant shift can come from noticing tiny leaks in your energy.
