A New Narrative - WordCamp DFW 2017

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A New NarrativeWordCamp DFW 2017

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–Sunni Brown

“What I mean by creatives, I just mean people taking a risk. People going through some

endeavor, trying to build or create or make something. I don't mean only artists or painters.”

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We are impacted by:• Depression

• Burnout

• Indecision

• Procrastination

• Comparison

• Self-Doubt

• Perfectionism

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Depression

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• Get help

• Give yourself a little grace

• Know you are not alone

What can you do aboutDEPRESSION?

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Burnout

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–Dr. Sherry Walling, When You’ve Lost That Oomph

“The recipe for burnout is chronic stress without support, without meaningful goals, and without much control over how

we carry out our work.”

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–Alexandra Michel, Burnout and the Brain

“It’s a mistake to assume that burnout is merely an emotional response to long hours or a challenging job… burnout takes a profound physical toll that cascades well beyond our

professional lives. Burnout is not just a state of mind, but a condition that leaves its mark on

the brain as well as the body.”

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• Step back. Step away and take stock of your personal values and goals

• Become best friends with the word “no”

• Take care of yourself (exercise, meditation, activities you enjoy)

What can you do aboutBURNOUT?

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Indecision & Procrastination

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• Move (The 5-second Rule by Mel Robbins)

• Do the hardest thing first (Eat That Frog by Brian Tracy)

• There is no “right time”

What can you do aboutINDECISION & PROCRASTINATION?

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Comparison & Self-Doubt

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• Surround yourself with good people

• Know your strengths and weaknesses

• “Flip it”

What can you do about COMPARING/DOUBTING YOURSELF?

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Perfectionism

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• Just push it

What can you do aboutPERFECTIONISM?

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–Matt Mullenweg

“If you're not embarrassed when you ship your first version, you waited too long.”

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• Just push it

• Get real

What can you do aboutPERFECTIONISM?

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–Teresa Amabile, Steven Kramer, The Progress Principle

“Progress contributes to positive inner work life, which contributes to progress, creating an upward spiral of creativity, engagement,

and performance.”

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Minimum Viable Progress

vforce a big win

many small wins

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–Jesse Lyn Stoner

“You are the author of your life. If you don't like your story, change it.”

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What minimal action can you take to create

a new narrative?

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