Welcome back. Where did we leave off...? Oh, right. I resigned from my job. Notice I didn't say quit. Yes, I realize that it's in the title. That was intentional. If you're just joining us for the first time, check out this post to get caught up I quit. Part 1. and then I'll meet you back here shortly.
Language is super important when it comes to mindset. How you SEE things AND how you SAY things. I don't really like the word 'quit'. It has a negative, defeatist sound to it. That is unless you're referring to "I quit smoking" "I quit eating foods that make me feel crappy" "I quit that wicked pot habit I picked up in college" THOSE, those are things that warrant using the word 'quit.' Let's pause for a moment though, enough about me. Let's chat about you. Think about the last time something in your life changed, whether you initiated it or not.
For many, their thoughts look something like this:
Now, consider this, what if your thoughts sounds more like:
Back to our purpose. I chose the word 'resigned' because that best defined what I did. The definition of resign is just that: "voluntarily leave a job or other position." Trust me. Or Google it. When it came to the transition out of my resignation, I approached it like a quiet grand opening or a soft launch. I didn't say anything, at first. I had no one I had to justify anything to except for myself. And that's just what I did. That doesn't mean I didn't get all sorts of questions and comments. See the list below, although not an exhaustive list by any means:
Mindset is a pretty powerful thing. Not only can it change the way you think about something but it can also change the actual results of your outcome. Seriously. Not completely convinced? Or, rather, can't be convinced that easily? Let's try this. I'll throw in some "read this Harvard study" jargon {Mind-Set Matters} and here's the cliff notes: Room attendants (housekeeping) for hotels were divided into two groups. One group (group 1) was told that their work was fantastic exercise, good cardio etc. The other group (group 2) was told nothing. They went to work, both groups doing the EXACT same job, and not aware of what the other group was told. At the end of the study, group 1 had measurable positive health outcomes. Group 2, no change. Same job, different mindset. Try it. It just might change your life. Want to know what I'm up to now? Tune in next week. There's more where that came from. But honestly, enough about me for now. Share your insight in the comments for others to join in. It's all about collaboration here.
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