Managing Goals and Avoiding Mediocrity|Jillian Johnsrud from Everyday Courage - a podcast by Cody of Fly to FI and Justin aka Saving Sherpa
from 2020-02-04T08:00:47
Today's episode is an awesome chat with Jillian from the Everyday Courage Podcast.
As a young adult, Jillian had huge goals in life to adopt children, travel the world, and hit financial independence.Then, Jillian hit all these things by the age of 32.
While it is amazing to hit goals early, it can leave you devoid of a north star.Now she is helping others through coaching and this podcast to find their own goals and push themselves Especially those parts of our lives where we settle and tell ourselves that'it's ok"or"it's good enough"."Avoiding the 6's"as she calls it.
Listen, learn, and let us know what you think.Episode Summary
Jillian's Background
Jillian got married at age 19She saw from an early age that money gave you options
They started off their marriage with $55k worth of debtFrom the start, they always stuck to a goal to save 50%
They made some difficult choices like living in a camper or roommatesThey would end up investing and buying rentals
This would lead them to be financially independent at age 32Their goal was certainly never that early in the beginning
Jillian credits her small-town upbringing for her strong work ethicShe also notes that hard work gave here control she craved
Her home life was rough at times and out of controlEveryday Courage Podcast
Jillian discusses how we typically see courage as huge eventsIn reality, there are moments every day where we can do courageous things
Success is like this too where there are small wins all around usShe warns against having peak experiences with unfulfilling large gaps between
Then we start talking about successShe breaks down how success is so different for everyone
Jillian talks about how to keep going once you met all your goalsShe thought she had a lifetime of goals but hit them by 32
She talks about the amount of reflection that takesJillian also describes how luxuries become necessities as you grow
Now she has big goals that have no time limitShe explains the importance of imagining yourself as the person who has met your goals
Then think about what gaps exist between that person and who you are now.Avoiding the 6s
When we're in a situation that's a 2 out of 10 there's little risk
As in, if you quit a job that's a 2, how much worse could the next job be in comparison
Then if it's an 8+ it's where we want to be
The problem comes in the"good enough"are of the 6
Doesn't everyone struggle with fitness, relationships, work/life balance, etc
When pressed on these situations they feel like"it's ok"Jillian urges people to not settle into these 6s
She tries to focus in on things that people hesitate aroundFinding the things in your life that you procrastinate around
Then understand where that resistance is coming fromMostly being aware of the resistance and having the curiosity to solve it
The layout of the podcastThe show is set up in seasons around a theme and interview
They are set up to be really short listensThere will also be a workbook where people can follow along
Episodes are only 6-20 minutes longOne episode comes out every week
The seasons are wrapped up in two-month chunks
Key TakeawaysCourage every day: Jillian's premise is that we all have things in our lives that we can work towards every day that takes a little courage.
Define your success: Don't let someone else set your goals for you because even if you meet them you won't be fulfilled.
Luxuries to necessities: Jillian explains how coaching or retreats may be luxuries at first but as you continue they can become necessary to your growthCall to Action
Find a"6"in your life and push yourself to make progress in that area and not settle.
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