Summary
The main idea behind “Everything is Figureoutable,” obviously, is that everything in life is figureoutable! Whatever it is you want to achieve, whatever that ONE thing is, there is always a way to achieve it – no matter the obstacles you face or excuses you come up with. According to Marie, it’s about training your brain to think more positively and break down any dream into manageable steps. In her book, she presents those 9 key steps to figuring out any obstacle in life, and gives the reader practical Insight to Action Challenges or exercises to help make them happen. What you’ll discover: “Everything is Figureoutable” is more than just a mentality; it’s a practical, actionable discipline to help guide you through life and achieve your one thing.
Key Steps
#1: Train your brain
To achieve results, you need to train your brain for growth by eliminating excuses, trying new things and surrounding yourself by those who inspire. And, be willing to put in the work toward achieving your one thing.
#2: Believe
Everything in life starts with a belief, so don’t be scared to believe in your dream. Because people believed in their dreams is the reason why there’s good music, nice cars, delicious restaurants – and so much more to enjoy.
#3: Eliminate excuses
You – and only you - are responsible for your life. Every time you say you can’t do something, it’s not because you actually can’t, it’s because you won’t. So get rid of the excuses.
#4: Deal with fear
Fear is only a danger when it stops you from pursuing your dream. The antidote to fear is action, because only by acting does your dream have the chance of becoming reality.
#5: Define your dream
Here’s the connection to “The One Thing”: figure out what it is you want, paint that picture in your head and never give up until you have it.
#6: Start before you're ready
There is never a good time to start pursuing your one thing; there will always be obstacles and challenges. But again, action is the antidote to fear, so jump into the uncertainty.
#7: Aim for progress not perfection
Perfection is unattainable. Instead, focus on simply progressing, because progress puts you into a productive mindset and sets you free from the stress and burden of being perfect.
#8: Refuse to be refused
There will always be people intent on bringing you down. Don’t let them! Be the person who refuses to give up despite people telling you that you’re not talented enough, that your dream is dumb, etc.
#9: Remember the world needs your special gift
You have a special gift that no one else has, so don’t keep it from the world. Embrace your differences and use them to help change the world in a way only you can.
Application
In order to help you apply the learnings of this book and take the steps toward achieving your dream, we recommend going through the Insights to Action Challenges that are found at the end of each chapter.
These challenges are questions and prompts to get you thinking – really thinking – about your dream and how you’ll achieve it. Sit down with a pad of paper and pen and go through them one by one! You’ll surely have some illuminating AHA moments and breakthroughs.
MAp's Favourite Quote
“You can do whatever you set your mind to if you just roll up your sleeves, get in there, and do it. Everything is figureoutable.”
Conclusion
We sincerely hope this book will change your attitude and motivate you to act! If you haven’t done so already, we recommend reading “The One Thing” and follow it up with this inspiring book so that you’re motivated to figure out how you’ll achieve your one thing – then go out and actually do it!
Lastly, to be further inspired by Marie Forleo, head here: https://everythingisfigureoutable.com
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