Background Information I read a very good personal growth blog article today on Medium. This article is my response, which is based on what I also shared via #Periscope during the #StartUpStrong live chat this past Tuesday. The goal of what I am sharing here on Medium is to simply…

I agree with you that "Instead of being seduced by audacious goals, we need to work our systems, every single day (and be sure to enjoy the ride)." I wrote about what I've done over the past year or so as part of my systems... and my goal is to reduce my recidivism back into toxic perfectionistic mindset and behavior. Thank you, Aytekin.

I love this Amanda.... "If you don’t want to go to something, decline the invite. Don’t say “maybe” it’ll only delay the anxiety you’ll feel trying to come up with a last minute excuse when the person texts you like “are you coming tonight?”"

I love that you are sharing the importance of community and of journaling as part of a healthy journey towards achieving goals. I have been writing about this, too. Thanks for sharing, Jackson.

I love that you wrote, "Stepping outside of your comfort zone can be intimidating, but it can also be incredibly rewarding," and followed that with a list that included relationship building and community contribution as goals. I believe (from experience) that community & family are key to having a healthy productive life. Thank you for sharing, Mari.

I agree that "Being firm is the best way to break away from toxic or harmful behaviours, actions, relationships or coping mechanisms." Healthy boundaries are life-saving and the sooner we implement them, the better. Thank you, Madelaine.

I love the first quote you shared "We don’t rise to the level of our goals, we fall to the level of our systems/actions." I agree. I also agree that taking time to reflect is essential and have been spending more time in reflection mode as we transitioned between years. Thank you for sharing, Sudarshan.