Chunk It Down

Most people aren’t stuck because they’re lazy.

They’re stuck because everything feels like too much.

• Too many decisions.
• Too many responsibilities.
• Too many roles running at the same time.

When life gets heavy, the instinct is to push harder.
But pressure doesn’t create progress, clarity does.

Mark Twain said it best:

“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.
The secret of getting started is breaking your complex, overwhelming tasks into small, manageable tasks - and then starting on the first one.”

Not all of them.
Not the perfect plan.
Just the first one.

Overwhelm usually means you’re looking at too many things at once.

So here’s your permission slip for right now:

Chunk it down.

Personally, I make a list every day. In the wee hours of the morning, I write down everything that is on my mind. Then, I prioritize and focus on one task at a time, just like Mark Twain taught me. :)

What’s one small thing you can do today that moves you in the right direction?

• One walk.
• One good meal.
• One conversation.
• One decision.

Momentum doesn’t come from doing everything. It comes from doing something.

Start smaller than you think. Then take the next step. You'll be surprised at how far ahead you can get just by getting started.

Don't let the start stop you.

On Friday, I'll teach you how removing friction can help you go farther - faster.

Your Pal,

 

Paleo Nick