Tools for Thriving – My App for Motivation and Growth
Welcome to my first blog post about the tools I can’t live without! I understand that while these tools have set me up for success, they might not be the right ones for you. My ask is that you read the post fully to learn why it’s in my toolkit and then use this as motivation to try it or to find one that better suits you.
My ultimate tool for personal growth and development is GrowthDay.com
Let me begin explaining GrowthDay by introducing you to its founder, Brendon Burchard. Brendon is the author of several books, including one of my favorites, High Performance Habits. He used the science from that book to create a complimentary tool, the GrowthDay app and community. Here’s why I am on this app almost every day.
Instant Gratification – Every day, and I mean all 365 days of the year, Brendon posts a Daily Fire video. The length of each video is typically 8-20 minutes and the topic changes daily. I use it to prepare my mind as I set my daily intentions. His topics and straight-forward presentation motivates me to get uncomfortable with my plan for the day or to look at it with fresh eyes.
White Space for Small Steps – Being trapped in my own head is a very dangerous place for me to be. The app has a Journal section and is the ultimate location for brain dumps and brainstorming. Each journal post is editable which is handy since I use the app at various times of the day and on the device closest to me (my phone, laptop, or tablet).
Library for Big Change – The Learn section of the app is vast and has something for everyone. I know that sounds cliché but it’s true. I can either sit down to a video and take notes along the way, or since it’s an app, I can listen to them in the car or on a plane. I’ve been slowly working through the course that’s related to the book High Performance Habits. It’s like an in-depth workbook companion meant just for me!
An Annual Bonus – My New Years Day tradition is to sit at my desk and join Brendon’s annual workshop on accelerating success in the coming year. Now, I have my priorities already set and goals outlined by then. This workshop helps me fine-tune it all and provides me with a solid foundation to stand on for the next 365 days.
Finally, I want to be clear about the main reasons I stay with Brendon, a self-proclaimed dork. I truly believe that HE believes in what he talks about. I’ve seen him both in-person and online. He knows the science and knows the trends. He sees his fellow influencers in this space not as competitors but as colleagues to collaborate with. I stay with GrowthDay because it’s real and it makes me feel safe. It’s as simple as that and it’s as powerful as that.
What tool are you using for your personal growth and development, to motivate you and re-enforce healthy and empowering habits? If you don’t have one, use this link for a 7-day free trial. I’d love to hear what you think of it or what you go with instead!