“Writers aren’t the only ones who use the first kind of noble obstacle. I know some guys who say they can’t work out until they pick the best exercise program. They’d hate to make a mistake and pick the wrong… — Jon Acuff Copy Share Image
“But more than just analysis, perfectionism offers us two distinct distractions: Hiding places Noble obstacles A hiding place is an activity you focus on instead of your goal. A noble obstacle is a virtuous-sounding reason for not working toward a… — Jon Acuff Copy Share Image
“The way you pass through the land of Learning is that you try a bunch of things. Fear would love for you to try… — Jon Acuff Copy Share Image
“There is no in-between, just two extremes. That’s the land of noble obstacles.” — Jon Acuff Copy Share Image
“The real tragedy of a one-hit wonder is when someone succeeds once and then never tries again. No matter your circumstances, if you want… — Jon Acuff Copy Share Image
“done, we will never work. There will always be one more amazing distraction. Our minds will do anything to avoid the challenge of focusing… — Jon Acuff Copy Share Image
“All you have to do is win more today than you did yesterday and repeat the whole thing tomorrow.” — Jon Acuff Copy Share Image
“In situations like that, all of your focus and energy need to be placed on the actions dial. You’ll have to dramatically increase your… — Jon Acuff Copy Share Image
“If you’re watching Netflix every time it’s time for you to do X, that’s a hiding place. You’re afraid to face the fear of… — Jon Acuff Copy Share Image
“To deal with our secret rules, we have to do three things: Identify them. Destroy them. Replace them.” — Jon Acuff Copy Share Image
“perfectionism is a desperate attempt to live up to impossible standards. Perfectionism will do anything to protect those impossible standards. It can’t let you… — Jon Acuff Copy Share Image
“Cut your goal in half. Choose what you’ll bomb. Make it fun if you want it done.” — Jon Acuff Copy Share Image
“Your emotions cloud your judgment. They form a perfect smoke screen for denial, making your path in life feel murky and confusing. In the… — Jon Acuff Copy Share Image
“Writers aren’t the only ones who use the first kind of noble obstacle. I know some guys who say they can’t work out until… — Jon Acuff Copy Share Image
