What we believe dictates the direction of our lives. Our beliefs about work and success determine the choices we make. Just as with other areas of our lives, some of the things we are told to believe about success are not always true. Indeed, some philosophies have grown into wildly popular and distorted, closely held myths. Common myths about professional success are:
When these and other myths about success are released from the mind, there is room to create positive personal definitions for success. Examples might include:
(This is Installment #4 from THE REST STOP. )
http://www.amyfreeman.net/the-rest-stop---stress-less/4-let-go-of-the-myths
- “Thanks to multitasking, more always gets done in less time.”
- “Life changes can be made when everything else gets done.”
- “People who manage their jobs well don’t experience high levels of stress.”
When these and other myths about success are released from the mind, there is room to create positive personal definitions for success. Examples might include:
- I deserve rest and peace in my life.
- I work best when I am under less ongoing stress.
- Maintaining outside interests make me more positive and productive at work.
(This is Installment #4 from THE REST STOP. )
http://www.amyfreeman.net/the-rest-stop---stress-less/4-let-go-of-the-myths
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