3 Navigational Insights
The Gap vs. The Gain: As ambitious artists, we constantly measure ourselves against the horizon—how far we still have to go. We rarely turn around to measure the incredible distance we’ve already traveled.
Tracking Builds Momentum: Looking back at your previous months or quarters allows you to track the good habits you are building and clearly see what you have already achieved.
Data Over Doubt: When imposter syndrome flares up, your brain will tell you that you aren't making progress. A habit of regular reflection gives you the concrete data to prove your doubts wrong.
1 Coordinate
"We do not learn from experience... we learn from reflecting on experience." — John Dewey, Philosopher and Educator
1 Aligned Action
The 90-Day Review: Take five minutes today to look back over the last three months of your life and career. Write down three specific things you achieved, overcame, or learned. Feel what those accomplishments feel like and celebrate them.
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Gabe Ratliff
Artist Navigator & Creator of the Ärtful Life Planner
