What If It Does Work Out?

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A 1-page reset for your spiraling brain, hopeful heart, and in-progress self

1. What’s the thing you actually want to do—but keep talking yourself out of?
(Be honest. Nobody’s judging.)
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2. What’s the first fear that comes up when you think about starting?
(This is your spiral script. Let’s rewrite it.)
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Now flip it:

“That’s one story. But another story is…”
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3. List 3 tiny, low-stakes actions you could take this week to move toward it:
(No pressure, just movement.)

4. Reminders for when doubt tries to get cute:
Pick your favorite... or write your own.

☐ “This doesn’t have to be perfect to be powerful.”
☐ “Maybe I’m not behind... maybe I’m just building.”
☐ “Every try counts.”
☐ “Even if I wobble, I’m still walking.”
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5. Bonus: Add a win to your “Proof It’s Working” list
(A small moment you didn’t spiral or gave yourself grace.)
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Save this. Revisit it. Update it. Use it when your brain tries to time travel into disaster.
Because even if you’re scared... you’re still allowed to want good things.

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