Just Do It: It Doesn’t Have to be Perfect - Part 1 (episode 299-1)
What do you do when you finally realize that it’s never too late,
that the desire to create is well-worth all the negative emotions you’ve had along the way.
The desire to move forward needs to become more powerful than the fears. Otherwise how will you know unless you try.
According to Sue Krogh (sounds like ‘crow’) you take the first step. For her it was filling out an application for a coach-training program, and that was when she gave herself permission, officially. She was afraid of admitting that she really wants to have a big, expansive influence on the world, teaching others how to mange their brains. In her words, if it’s important, Just do it. It doesn’t have to be perfect.
Sue is our guest this week for Permission to Want More: What’s Next and What’s Left. This is part one of our conversation.
You can find Sue on Instagram at suecrowcoaching.
Goofy. Driven. Real.
— Sue Krogh
How About the Little Things?
Thoughts from Just Do It: It Doesn’t Have to be Perfect - Part 1
Here is an example of how we don’t have to be perfect, how we can start with little things to make a difference. This is a response from me to friend Marcella (I receive her Comfort Cub newsletter), about the tragedy that hit our city of San Diego, specifically the Islamic community, with three dead at the hands of two young men.
Dear Marcella,
Tragedy happens. We know that. San Diego is not immune. We are not immune. And yet, and yet. God is there and you were quick to respond in understanding, in respect, in care. Bringing the Comfort Cub to the hurting was a thoughtful act of seeing those in pain. It is truly a restorative ministry.
And then, the small act of dressing modestly, receiving the candy as a token of friendship, of kindness is deeply moving. God is good and people can show that even in the most dreadful of circumstances.
May I use your part of the newsletter as a blog? I think it's important to help spread the word of reaching out, of coming alongside, of thoughtfulness.
You share his love so readily.
Much love, Rechelle
From the Comfort Cub newsletter as written by Marcella: A little kindness goes a long way...
When I arrived at the Islamic Center of San Diego last Friday to hand out Comfort Cubs to the Muslim community, I was a little nervous.
I had never been to a mosque before. I felt awkward, not knowing customs or what to expect. I did a little research beforehand and wore a long dress that covered my ankles and wore a long sleeve shirt under my dress to cover my arms and a scarf on my head out of respect for their culture.
Luckily, when I arrived, I met the Imam's daughter and son-in-law. They were both so kind and friendly. Then an older gentleman came up to me and said the customary greeting, "Assalamu alaykum" (peace be upon you) and he gave me a little piece of candy. It immediately brought a smile to my face and made me feel welcome and at ease.
I was touched by this small gesture.
I recognized the candy right away, as one of my favorites as a kid. I put the candy in my pocket and forgot about it. When I got home, I put it on my desk. Several days have passed and I can't bring myself to eat it, you know why? Because every time I look at it, it's a reminder of that very special day I spent with the Muslim community and the kindness that was shared with me by a man who was grieving.
Despite his grief, he took the time to show me a small act of kindness. This little gesture made a big impact on me. I've considered framing that piece of candy as a special reminder on how a little bit of kindness goes a long way. ~ Marcella
Kindness encourages connection - it feeds hope.
— Do one kind thing today
