Episode 71: Reframing

If you're feeling stuck or find yourself putting things off or resenting what others say, we have what might be a simple solution: Reframing! This week, Janine and Shannon discuss the power of changing the words you use to describe something. Discussion topics include: • Janine’s excitement over the American Ninja Warrior season finale • Changing what words mean to change your experience with them • “Have to” versus “Get to” or “Choose to” • Reframing annoying or hurtful things people say to you by recognizing the positive intention behind the comments • Renaming things that make us anxious or perfectionistic • Using positive words to feel better about the items on your task list • “Move your body” vs “exercise” • The steps for reframing: Look at the situation, understand what your deeper intention is and find the language that reflects that • Using reframing as an anti-procrastination tool • “Procrastinator” versus “just-in-time producer” and how that reframing might have improved our lives when we were freelance writers • Trusting yourself and your capabilities • When to use reframing Visit the show notes at www.gettingtogoodenough.com for helpful links!