EPISODE · Aug 7, 2025 · 12 MIN
128. Progress Is Not Linear
from Impact Ready · host Steph Saffer
In this episode, Steph discusses the idea that progress is not linear, despite the fact that we would all love it to be. She acknowledges that while we may understand it logically, we often struggle with the emotional aspects of feeling stuck or behind. She explores how societal definitions of progress can be misleading and shares personal anecdotes to illustrate the complexities of growth. The conversation encourages listeners to embrace the journey of progress, recognizing that breakthroughs often come after periods of struggle and that unseen efforts contribute significantly to our development.Chapters00:00 Understanding Non-Linear Progress02:24 The Misguided Expectations of Progress05:05 The Hidden Aspects of Progress07:40 The Journey of Learning and Breakthroughs10:02 Embracing the Complexity of ProgressSign up for "The Impact Effect" newsletter at stephsaffer.com
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In this episode, Steph discusses the idea that progress is not linear, despite the fact that we would all love it to be. She acknowledges that while we may understand it logically, we often struggle with the emotional aspects of feeling stuck or behind. She explores how societal definitions of progress can be misleading and shares personal anecdotes to illustrate the complexities of growth. The conversation encourages listeners to embrace the journey of progress, recognizing that breakthroughs often come after periods of struggle and that unseen efforts contribute significantly to our development.Chapters00:00 Understanding Non-Linear Progress02:24 The Misguided Expectations of Progress05:05 The Hidden Aspects of Progress07:40 The Journey of Learning and Breakthroughs10:02 Embracing the Complexity of ProgressSign up for "The Impact Effect" newsletter at stephsaffer.com
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