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The Compass of Change

Vigdis Parkins Season 1 Episode 10

The source explains the concept of "Away" goals versus "Towards" goals using the story of Lena, who struggles with achieving her New Year's resolutions. Her mentor, Mr. Carter, illustrates that focusing on what you want to avoid (Away goals) is ineffective because it doesn't provide a clear direction for progress. He guides Lena to redefine her goals to focus on what she wants to move towards (Towards goals), such as training for a 5K or tackling priority tasks. By shifting her perspective from stopping negative behaviors to actively pursuing positive outcomes, Lena experiences significantly more success in achieving her aspirations and feels a sense of forward momentum. The text highlights that clearly defining the desired future state is crucial for effective personal change.

 Key Concept: 
Change isn't chaos—it's guidance. You have an inner compass that always points toward growth, but you have to trust it. This module invites you to reconnect with your intuitive direction. 

Reflection Questions: - Where in my life do I feel the urge to change? - What might my inner compass be trying to tell me? - What’s one small shift I could make to follow that inner guidance? 

Mini Action: Find 5 minutes of silence today. Close your eyes, take a few deep breaths, and ask: 'Where is my inner compass pointing me right now?' Write down what comes up. Today I choose to: _____________________________________________ 

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