Challenge Accepted!

I've recently delved into the fascinating realm of mindset and its incredible power. Have you ever noticed that what you focus on tends to appear more in your life? It's a bit like when you decide you want a yellow Jeep, and suddenly, you start spotting yellow Jeeps everywhere you go!

During my drive to a startup event last week, I was listening to a podcast titled "Earn Your Happy." It explored the concept of shifting your mindset when adversity strikes in your business or life. Instead of viewing challenging situations as happening "to" you, try seeing them as unfolding "for" you. This simple change in perspective can be a game-changer.

The key is to name the lesson, embrace the challenge, and then forge ahead with newfound wisdom. It got me thinking, what if these messy and tough moments turn out even better than we initially imagined simply because we had the courage to face them head-on?

You can listen to the full podcast episode here for more insights: Link.

Later at the event, there was a panel featuring some truly remarkable women in the Omaha Start Up community. One statement by Kelly Mann, the founder of Audit Miner, stood out to me. She had a tattoo on her arm that read, "The difference between hardship and adventure is perspective." Starting a business while battling cancer and enduring the challenges of the COVID era — now that's the kind of mindset that truly inspires!

As we all inevitably face trials and challenges in our journeys, I encourage you to consider this: What if every obstacle is actually happening for your benefit? Embrace the idea that a change in perspective can transform hardship into a remarkable adventure.