About this quote

Choosing what you truly want means ignoring a lot of noise. You won't please everyone, and that's okay. Where can you stop seeking approval? Try changing one small choice this week and see how it feels.

When to use it

• At work during my annual review I said I wanted to lead a new creative project, even though teammates expected me to play it safe.
• In college I switched from the major my parents picked to the one I cared about and my focus and grades improved.
• With my family I started saying no to obligations that drained me, and I honestly told relatives why I needed the time.
• During marathon training I followed the plan that fit my body instead of copying faster runners, and my pace finally improved.