T.I.P.S. - To Improve Pay and Success
Encouragement vs. Approval
Men seem to be more likely to blast forward into life, acting in spite of the hesitation of others. Sure, they’d like encouragement and support, but don’t seem to be as dependent upon it. Many of us seem to require more than encouragement, we seem to need "approval." (See Each of Us) Without the enthusiastic support of our loved ones, we let our dreams die. As always, if we can recognize this within ourselves, the recognition itself can help us rise above it. We need to clarify what is really important to us, and act accordingly. We can ask for advice and help from those who share our enthusiasm, rather than requiring enthusiasm from those we love. Awareness is the first step. Small adjustments make a big difference.
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My friend has invented something she believes people need. She
plans to patent it and start a small manufacturing company in order
to make and sell this product. In the meantime, she is very busy
with three preschool children. I asked her recently about her dream
and she sighed. She told me that she thinks her husband has lost
all interest in it. I reminded her that it is not his project,
but hers.