How to Begin Differently — and Love the Process

Get (and stay) unstuck so your vision’s beginning goes off without a hitch

A Part of the Beginning Series

You’ve been waiting.

Waiting to finally muster the courage to take that step—to begin.

We hesitate. We put it off—telling ourselves there’s a better moment, a better time. Deep down, you can feel it—it’s time.

But you’re further along than you think.

You’ve already begun—through the thinking, planning, researching, and getting advice.

Even you being here, reading this—you’re in it. 🙌

Hopefully, this helps you take a deep breath.

The challenge is taking the next step… and the next. And doing so without adding unnecessary pressure or stress.

Because beginnings aren’t just a single moment. They’re a process—a series of steps, choices, and course corrections. That’s why they can feel overwhelming.

But they shouldn’t. Beginnings should be filled with momentum and joy. Because you’re beginning something good.

Approaching Beginning Differently

In my How to Breathe Again as You Build tips, we talked about building from a place of peace instead of pressure.

That same peace can be part of your beginning—setting a pace that makes your vision sustainable, impactful, and deeply rewarding.

Here are a few ways I’ve learned—and often have to remind myself—to begin differently:

Stop looking for BIG

We imagine spotlights, crowds, and instant momentum. Big moments are great—but they’re not the only proof you’ve begun.

Let go of the perfectly-timed, perfectly-executed launch you’ve pictured in your head. You can always go big later.

Embrace the small, imperfect start—because if you wait for the “big” moment, you might be waiting a lifetime.

Begin small

If your beginning to-do list feels huge, break them into smaller, doable steps. Working on a website? Start with one page—or even just the copy for one page.

Small wins create momentum. One finished piece fuels the next.

Don’t wait but don’t rush

Yes, some things need to be in place before moving forward—but not everything. You can begin while still building, preparing, and learning along the way.

We tend to underestimate how long new things will take. Treat deadlines as guides, not shackles. If you need to extend a deadline so something can be done well, do it.

And don’t cling so tightly to a specific outcome that you miss room for growth, change, and even the impossible.

Focus on the journey, not the destination

Vision-building takes time. If you only focus on where you want to end up, you’ll miss the lessons and moments you need for the road ahead.

Celebrate how far you’ve come just to get here. This is the future you’re building—right now.

Keep moving forward

You’ll have rough moments—times you question your path. When that happens, pause.

Breathe. Step away if you need to—but with the intention to return. Keep your “why” close (here’s how to stay connected to it).

And then, keep going—even if it’s slow, even if it’s uncertain.

Final Thoughts

Beginnings aren’t meant to drain you—they’re meant to give life. And you can choose how you begin. The stress doesn’t have to be your starting point. The overwhelm doesn’t have to be your fuel.

When you choose to begin differently—with peace, flexibility, and joy—you set a tone for everything that follows.

That’s the way I want to begin every new chapter with Just Clear and Simple—and I want that for you and your vision, too.

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Putting It into Action

This week:

• Pick ONE small, doable step that moves your vision forward.

• Release one unrealistic expectation you’ve been holding about your beginning.

• Celebrate your progress —because it’s proof you’re already in the beginning.

And I created a free guide to go along with these tips. Click here to learn more and get your free guide.

Lastly, beginning differently is what I help purpose-driven visionaries do. I’d love to support you in your next steps. When you're ready, explore my packages and let’s begin differently, together.

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