In an episode of The Good Life Project podcast, author and speaker Jadah Sellner dispelled the hustle mindset in favor of working toward more thoughtful and sustainable progress.
In a world that often glorifies speed, volume, and growth, mindful leaders know there’s a better way—a way that brings more joy, fulfillment, and lasting success. It’s time to ditch the pressure cooker and embrace the slow-cooker approach to striving. Think of it as your favorite Crock-Pot recipe for success.
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We may not recognize when we’re in the middle of it, but the pressure-cooker mentality is all about rushing, racing, and stressing out in the pursuit of our goals. We’re constantly bombarded with messages that tell us to go faster, do more, and achieve it all right now. Mindful leaders understand that sustainable progress takes time and that rushing through life’s journey often leads to burnout and missed opportunities.
Benefits of the slow-cooker approach
It fosters sustainable success. Rapid progress might yield short-term gains, but it often comes at the cost of long-term sustainability. Slow progress allows us to build a solid foundation that is rooted in wellbeing and strategic thinking, which helps us ensure that our success endures.
It strengthens our adaptability. In the face of challenges and setbacks, slow progress better equips us to adapt and bounce back. It teaches us the art of patience and resilience.
It promotes deeper understanding. Slow progress allows for a higher degree of thoughtfulness in the way we approach our work, relationships, and goals. It encourages us to pay attention to the details and to savor the journey.
It enhances creativity. Rushing through tasks can stifle our ability to innovate and solve problems. When we take our time, we allow our minds the space to strategize, which can lead to new ideas and solutions. Fast doesn’t equal productive, and more doesn’t always result in greater impact.
While the world may continue to praise the hustle, let’s not forget the profound benefits of embracing slow progress as the true path to success and fulfillment. Our life’s work is too precious to be rushed.
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