Dr. Nicole L'Etoile, Ed.D.’s Post

Love this simplified version of Ikigai.

Finding this one thing will unlock your highest potential: Your Zone of Genius. ------------- Psychologist Gay Hendricks talks about a magical intersection where what you're exceptionally good at aligns with what you love doing and what the world needs. There are 4 zones our work life breaks down into: 1/ Zone of Incompetence: Tasks that don't suit our skills. 2/ Zone of Competence: We can do these tasks, but others do them better. 3/ Zone of Excellence: Tasks we excel at and are often recognized for. 4/ Zone of Genius: The work where our innate gifts and passions thrive. Most people work operate in a "Zone of Excellence," a job in which they're highly skilled at but ultimately not passionate about. But when you operate in your zone of genius, work doesn't feel like work. It energizes you and leads you into a 'flow state.' It's a path towards self-discovery, fulfillment, and reaching your fullest potential. --------------- So how do you discover your Zone of Genius? 5 questions to ask yourself: 1/ What activities make me feel the most alive and engaged? 2/ When do I lose track of time because I'm so absorbed in what I'm doing? 3/ What areas have I consistently excelled at? 4/ What unique strengths or talents have others observed of me? 5/ How can my unique skills and passions contribute positively to the world or meet a need? These questions are designed to facilitate deep introspection and guide you towards discovering your unique Zone of Genius. Here's to reaching new heights! ----------------- P.S. If you liked this, then follow me Louis Cho for daily tips and insights just like this one!

Finding this one thing will unlock your highest potential: Your Zone of Genius. ------------- Psychologist Gay Hendricks talks about a magical intersection where what you're exceptionally good at aligns with what you love doing and what the world needs. There are 4 zones our work life breaks down into: 1/ Zone of Incompetence: Tasks that don't suit our skills. 2/ Zone of Competence: We can do these tasks, but others do them better. 3/ Zone of Excellence: Tasks we excel at and are often recognized for. 4/ Zone of Genius: The work where our innate gifts and passions thrive. Most people work operate in a "Zone of Excellence," a job in which they're highly skilled at but ultimately not passionate about. But when you operate in your zone of genius, work doesn't feel like work. It energizes you and leads you into a 'flow state.' It's a path towards self-discovery, fulfillment, and reaching your fullest potential. --------------- So how do you discover your Zone of Genius? 5 questions to ask yourself: 1/ What activities make me feel the most alive and engaged? 2/ When do I lose track of time because I'm so absorbed in what I'm doing? 3/ What areas have I consistently excelled at? 4/ What unique strengths or talents have others observed of me? 5/ How can my unique skills and passions contribute positively to the world or meet a need? These questions are designed to facilitate deep introspection and guide you towards discovering your unique Zone of Genius. Here's to reaching new heights! ----------------- P.S. If you liked this, then follow me Louis Cho for daily tips and insights just like this one!

The adage "You get what you believe in. So never stop believing in good things" highlights the powerful role of positive thinking and belief in shaping our reality. Our beliefs influence our actions, attitudes, and perceptions. When we believe in good things, we are more likely to notice opportunities, take proactive steps, and maintain a hopeful outlook. This mindset fosters resilience, allowing us to persevere through challenges with the conviction that good outcomes are possible. Positive beliefs also impact our interactions with others. When we approach life with optimism and faith in the good, we tend to attract positive relationships and create an environment that encourages growth and happiness. In essence, believing in good things can transform our experiences and lead to a more fulfilling and joyful life. So, it's crucial to nurture these positive beliefs, as they shape not only our present but also our With best wishes and regards 🙏🙏 S S RATH 🙏🏼🙏🏼

What are you meant for? Why are you here? What is your life's purpose? If those questions feel impossible to answer, you're not alone. We've been bombarded with "shoulds" and "musts" and societally-imposed "responsibilities" our entire lives. But you aren't here to carry everyone else's weight. You are here to carry the weight of your purpose and deliver on that purpose. So how do you find it? Right here... 🗝️ What are you NATURALLY good at? What are your NATURAL passions and interests? What are the skills you've DEVELOPED over your lifetime? And what are your goals for the future? By developing clarity around those 4 aspects of your life, you can begin to see patterns emerge – what I like to call "the golden thread" – that identifies exactly what you're meant to to do in this lifetime and how. The beauty is, when you approach it this way, you're automatically going to LOVE the result that emerges because it came directly from the most important aspects of you that are TRUE and NATURAL for you. If you need help identifying the patterns and seeing the golden thread, I'm here to help you. Book a call with me and let's figure this out NOW! You deserve to not waste another minute of your life on the wrong path. https://lnkd.in/eysXkk-E

Do you want to become smarter,more creative and productive? First you have to: Forget everything you know, all they’ve taught you at school… Put aside everything they’ve always told you you’re supposed to do and be… Now, close your eyes, take a deep breath and ask yourself: “What do I really want?” Whatever pops up, don’t try to rationalize it. That idea, that gut feeling that made you smile and felt aligned with the whole Universe for a while, that’s your true essence, that’s who you really are. Focus on that and make your life all around it, whatever it is… Learn about it, read books about it, practice it, embody it, obsess with it. When you’re all about dedicating your life to what really resonates with you? What makes you feel alive? What excites you the most? that’s when you will become highly creative and productive. So, forget about the “musts” and “should” that they sell you every single day and do you. Do not pay attention to the external noise. When you’re focused on what you really love and what really matters to you, you’re tapping into the source of it all and you’re doing it all for the right reasons. Let your intuition guide you towards what is really important for you. The more you surrender to the natural unfolding of events while doing you, the more you’ll get in return without even realizing. What do you think about it?

the world needs you today every being on the planet has a Purpose tap into yours now to shake off the sleepy, and get into action mine is “to link arms with others to surf the Vicissitudes of life [at work]” what’s yours? what gets you out of bed every morning? when you think about what you’re about to do today, what sparks Joy? it fuels and energizes the core of your being and then the challenges come, but you’re already Positive Stacked from Purpose and you build your toolkit to add energy, dim negative, and continuously pivot meeting the world as it is, enrolling the best people, on your team [at work and in life] to achieve your vision when you post jobs, hire people with passion for the vision – you’ll notice how they light up when you interview them working with them is easy – they are intrinsically motivated – no need for micromanagement and they’ll innovate for you; represent you and the company well find the love in what you’re doing today; reframe it so it’s at least in Venn diagram with what you believe and want in the world at your core. find the common Purpose with the folx you hang with every day for most of your life; and plan to get closer and closer to your ideal as you grow older

Feeling lost and unfulfilled? It's time to rediscover your purpose. 🌟 We all go through periods where we question our path and feel like something is missing. The daily grind is full of distractions and can make us lose sight of what really lights us up inside. But your purpose is still there, waiting to be uncovered. Here are some tips to get you started on finding your "why" again: 👊 Reflect on what activities energize you and allow you to get "in the zone." Those clues can reveal your deeper passions. 👊 Think back to what dreams and aspirations you had as a child before societal expectations kicked in. There may be hints about your purpose there. Consider: If all your basic needs were met, how would you want to spend your time? The answer can shine a light on your bigger driving forces. 👊 Take a self-assessment like StrengthsFinder to understand your unique value you have to offer the world. 👊 Talk to those closest to you about your strengths, interests and values they observe in you. Getting an outside perspective can be eye-opening. Don't settle for a life of going through the motions. Tap into your "why" and let your purpose be your guiding light!

"Those who have a clear "𝐖𝐇𝐘" to live can bear with almost any "𝐇𝐎𝐖"." One of the most transformative books 📚 I've ever read is Viktor Frankl's "𝐌𝐚𝐧'𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠". In his book, Frankl details his harrowing experiences in Nazi concentration camps and how they led him to the discovery that life's meaning comes from three sources: - 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞 - 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞 - 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 Frankl's insights underscore the importance of having a clear sense of purpose, especially during moments of uncertainty. This clarity acts as a guiding star 🌟 helping us navigate through life's challenges. In our fast-paced and demanding life, it can be easy to lose sight of our true path. The rush of daily responsibilities can cloud our vision, leaving us feeling disconnected from what truly matters. This is why it is so important to take time to reflect on our values, beliefs, and goals. 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 "𝐰𝐡𝐲" 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐚 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞. To ensure you're living in alignment with your highest values, regularly check in with yourself. ❔Ask yourself: - 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐦𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐦𝐲 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠-𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐦 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐬? - 𝐈𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐈 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐞𝐞𝐤? - 𝐈𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐈 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝐚𝐦? Start this week with a renewed focus on your"why" and ask yourself "Why I do what I do?" Your purpose is your compass, guiding you toward a fulfilling and meaningful life. 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐝𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞? ⬇

At this stage in your personal development journey and business, do you feel like there is more to explore when it comes to you reaching your limitless potential? Do new insights about yourself seem like variations of what you already know, or slight differences of yourself being revealed? Deep down, is the transformation what you expected, or do you find yourself wishing for something more? As you reflect on these questions, if your answer to all is 'yes,' it is an indication of a strong desire to dive deeper without boundaries or constraints. A desire to peel back the layers of your being and to move beyond the limitations of definitions, words, and concepts. You want to leave the familiar path you've walked for years that was driven by raw passion and drive. Now, you seek to redirect this same passion in a new direction towards finding peace along this journey. But here's the thing about the energy of your soul. There's a delicate balance between intense passion and the pressure of being passionate. Along your journey, these energies may become entangled, blurring the lines between them. When you truly connect with your soul's energy, you begin to understand the nuances of these energies felt within your being. Where this understanding helps you to navigate from where you are now to where you aspire to be, while being immersed in the authentic energy of your passion.