The Rule of Thirds: Navigating the Emotional Landscape of Success

Photo Credit Stefanie Anderson The Rule of Thirds: Navigating the Emotional Landscape of Success Pursuing challenging goals or dreams is rarely a smooth and consistently enjoyable journey. It's natural to experience a range of emotions, including periods of frustration and self-doubt. A helpful framework for understanding this emotional landscape is the "Rule of Thirds": One-third of the time: You feel good, motivated, and confident. One-third of the time: You feel okay, neither particularly good nor bad – you're making progress, but maybe facing minor setbacks. One-third of the time: You feel crappy – discouraged, frustrated, or even doubting yourself. If these three emotions are roughly balanced, you're likely on the right track. Why this matters: Growth often comes from discomfort: Challenging goals require effort and may involve setbacks. Feeling good all the time might indicate you're not pushing yourself enough. "Okay" can be a trap: ...