Let’s be real: on any meaningful journey, setbacks are inevitable

5d314c75e69044c1bb8880b651559302_tagged

Let’s be real: on any meaningful journey, setbacks are inevitable.

You’re going to slip up.

You’ll take one step forward, then three steps back.

You’ll make mistakes, question your direction, and wonder, “Am I even cut out for this?”

But here’s the truth that separates those who succeed from those who stall:

Successful people don’t quit. 👏🏽

They feel the doubt—and keep going anyway.

(And probably why my boy always seems to get the catch he was going after!)

It’s completely normal to question your purpose from time to time. What matters most is what you do in those moments of doubt. That’s why having a clear, compelling “WHY” is so powerful.

💡 Try this:

Take a few minutes to write down 1–3 reasons you started in the first place.

What’s driving you?

What vision pulls you forward when things get hard?

✨ Maybe it’s freedom—time, financial, or emotional.

✨ Maybe it’s creating a lasting impact in your community.

✨ Maybe it’s showing your kids what’s possible.

Whatever it is, write it down. Keep it where you can see it—like your Notes app or your mirror—so it’s ready when doubt creeps in.

Want a little inspiration boost?

Ask 5 people to text you what they believe your superpower is. 🧙🏼

Pay attention to the common threads. How do their reflections match your own self-belief?

What do they reveal about your deeper purpose?

Let those reminders be your fuel. 💜

Because when you reconnect with your WHY, you reignite your fire—and that’s what keeps you going, even when the path feels messy.

Persistence isn’t about perfection.

It’s about remembering what matters—and showing up for it, again and again. 🦋

thoughtworkmd.com/chat

Let's Char

Empower Yourself: Blog Categories