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June 3, 2025 18 mins

Produced by The Happy Kind

In this episode of Originate Now, Jessica Higgins Chapman introduces the concept she created called The Goal-Better Way, a gentler approach to goal setting that emphasizes self-congruent goals rooted in personal values.

The episode also highlights the significance of daily intentions and reflection.

We're letting go of hustle-based goal-setting and embracing a more intentional approach called, The Goal-Better Way!

Topics Discussed in this Episode:

  1. Why most goal-setting methods fall short for creatives
  2. The 4 key shifts that will change how you set and achieve goals
  3. How to align your goals with your identity, energy, and season
  4. 5 actionable strategies to try this week to jumpstart your mornings

Download the FREE COMPANION PDF GUIDE for The Goal-Better Way here!

Download the free The Day is Ready Guide here!

References and Links:

  1. Rising Strong by Brenè Brown (Book mentioned) Get your copy here!
  2. Listen to the audiobook for FREE on Audible, with a 30-day free trial here!
  3. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology
  4. Contemporary Educational Psychology
  5. The Happy Kind Blog

Quote of the Week: “You either walk inside your story and own it, or you stand outside your story and hustle for your worthiness.” - Brenè Brown from her book, Rising Strong

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  1. Grab a copy of Jessica's book: The Magic that is Life
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