The Distracted Dreamer
Get ready to confidently and unapologetically go after dreams! Welcome to The Distracted Dreamer Podcast.
Today is the day you’re going to pull your dreams off the shelf and bring them to the forefront of your life. You are never too tired, too busy, too old, too young, too anything to pursue your dreams.
Imagine… the joy and excitement of doing what lights you up. Your dreams are yours. No one gets to take them from you and no one gets to chase them - except you. Your dreams are there to guide you, to inspire you and to show you that yes, there is something more in store for you.
You see, the size of your dreams don’t matter - it could be running a marathon, reading a book series, perfecting that family recipe, traveling the world, or learning to dance.
I’m Carlene Bauwens, entrepreneur, Life Coach and now host of The Distracted Dreamer podcast. I’m here to show you how to kick distraction to the curb and grab hold of your dreams. Your happiness matters. You have a big, beautiful, amazing life to live. And you've only got one of them. Welcome to the Distracted Dreamer Podcast.
The Distracted Dreamer
#14: Why You Suck at New Things (and Why it Doesn't Matter)
We all have that voice in our head that says, “What if I’m terrible at this?” I’m here to tell you that you probably will be—and that’s totally okay! In this episode, I’ll reveal six truths about getting good at anything, from why your first attempt will feel cringeworthy to how small daily habits create unstoppable momentum. Whether you’re a perfectionist, a procrastinator, or just plain scared to start, this episode will give you the courage to take that first step forward on that project, change careers or chase your lifelong dreams. This is your permission slip to start messy and keep going!
00:00 Embrace the Awkward Phase
00:24 Welcome to the Distracted Dreamer Podcast
00:47 The Fear of Sucking
01:05 Six Truths About Getting Good at Anything
01:38 Truth 1: Your First Try Will Be Bad
03:58 Truth 2: Ego is the Only Obstacle
06:28 Truth 3: Every Expert Has a Hidden Story
09:03 Truth 4: No Shortcuts to Mastery
10:54 Truth 5: Embrace the Cringe
12:46 Truth 6: Using Formulas is Not Stealing
15:37 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
16:55 Legal Disclaimer
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