You know those little things that make life easier—but somehow feel like you shouldn’t need them?
Maybe it’s using a tool, asking for help, or doing something in a way that just works better for you. And still, there’s that voice saying it’s cheating… or not the “right” way.
In this episode, we talk about where that thinking comes from, how it shows up in everyday decisions, and what changes when you let yourself make things easier.
Because there are no extra points for doing things the hard way.
What We Talk About
- 00:41 — Managing situations in ways that work for you
- 02:53 — The belief that using help or tools feels like “cheating”
- 06:11 — The “no pain, no gain” mindset—and questioning it
- 08:15 — You don’t have to create discomfort to get results
- 10:49 — Overthinking something as simple as what to drink water out of
- 12:50 — Using small tricks to make systems, like YNAB, easier and more enjoyable
- 13:58 — How this shows up with using AI
- 16:25 — Setting yourself up for success instead of making things harder
- 17:48 — Paying for help (like house cleaning or coaching) is a valid choice
Key Takeaways
- There are no extra rewards for doing things the hard way
- If something makes it easier to follow through, it’s worth doing
- “Shortcuts” don’t mean sloppy—they can get you to good enough
- You don’t need to manufacture discomfort to make progress
- Support, tools, and small adjustments are self care, not cheating
The Bottom Line
You’re allowed to make things easier. Full stop.
This week, notice one place where you’re making something harder than it needs to be—and try the short cut or easier option instead.
Want More Like This
Episode 47: {GEIP} The Little Things
A real-life example of applying “good enough” thinking in everyday situations, showing how small shifts can make things easier and more doable.
Episode 68: What’s Wrong with Perfectionism?
A deeper look at why perfectionism pushes us to overwork, overthink, and do things the hard way—and how that impacts our lives.
Episode 86: Anti-perfectionist Hacks
A collection of practical strategies for noticing perfectionism and choosing “good enough” instead. Also a bit of a time capsule from early 2020, when we were very excited about what a big year it was going to be. In hindsight… well.
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