Autumn: Today we're diving into Jordan Lee Dooley's 'Own Your Everyday,' a guide for anyone feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to find your purpose while battling perfectionism and feeling like you're not enough. Autumn: Do you feel caught chasing some grand life plan or perfect version of yourself, always just out of reach? Maybe scrolling social media leaves you feeling inadequate, like everyone else has it figured out? This constant pressure to perform, be perfect, and know your capital-P Purpose is exhausting, especially when juggling work, life, and endless expectations. It can leave busy professionals feeling paralyzed, stuck waiting for the 'right' moment that never seems to arrive, wondering "Where do I even start?" Autumn: So, how do we break free? Dooley’s core message is refreshingly simple: stop chasing some distant, elusive 'purpose' and start owning your everyday, right here, right now, mess and all. It begins by embracing your imperfections not as flaws to fix, but as part of being human. Feeling like a fraud? That vulnerability you're hiding isn't weakness; it's actually the key to real connection. Think how relieved you feel when someone admits they don't have it all together! Sharing your real struggles builds community. Instead of waiting for perfect clarity or the grand plan, focus on small, intentional actions. What’s one tiny step today that feels true to you? When that comparison spiral hits – you know the one – actively shift your focus from competition to gratitude for your unique path. Let's redefine success, too. Forget just the titles. What if success means living aligned with your values, found in genuine connections, or simply showing up authentically, day by day? Crucially, you don't need the whole map figured out before you start moving. Clarity often comes through taking action, not before it. It's like driving at night; your headlights only show the next few feet, but that's enough. Just take that first step, even if it's shaky, despite the fear. Autumn: Forget the five-year plan for a moment. What's one small, maybe slightly uncomfortable, action you can take today that feels a little more like the real you? Perhaps it's finally starting that project, speaking up honestly in a meeting, or ditching comparison for five minutes. Own that imperfect step. That’s where owning your everyday truly begins. Catch you next time on Five Percent Happier.