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EPISODE · Dec 21, 2025 · 5 MIN

#421 - Monday Motivation: “Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great.”

from Your Dream Life with Kristina Karlsson · host Kristina Karlsson, Dream Life

Welcome to another short but empowering episode of Monday Motivation, giving you a dose of inspiration as you head into your week. Today, we explore the powerful and slightly uncomfortable reminder from John D. Rockefeller about releasing 'comfortable' in order to create something truly meaningful: “Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great.” Three key takeaways you can expect: How to recognise the areas of your life where you may be settling for good instead of what truly lights you up How to reconnect with your own definition of great without pressure or comparison How small, courageous steps can gently move you toward your dream life Listen in and reconnect with the part of you that knows you are meant for a life that feels aligned, fulfilling and deeply yours. As always, I’d LOVE to hear what resonated most with you - so please share and let’s keep the conversation going in the Dream Life Podcast Facebook Group here.     …and remember, it all starts with a dream 💛 Kristina Dream Life & kikki.K Founder P.S. If you’re ready for guided support, explore Dream Life Coaching here: https://www.yourdreamlifestartshere.com/course 💛 SHOW NOTES: Buy Kristina's book, Your Dream Life Starts Here Follow Kristina on Insta and TikTok If you feel it's time to take a leap and invest in you, join: My Platinum Coaching Program where in January our focus will be on Plan Your Year 2026. Laying the foundation with clarity, vision, and intentionality. Learn more here.   My Dream Business Book Club here. In January, we'll be reading and learning from: Building a Story Brand 2.0, by Donald Miller. Learn how to clarify your message, and genuinely stand out.  My online personal Growth Book Club GROW, January, where we'll be reading and squeezing the learnings out of The Five-Year Crusade: The Easy Way to Achieve Your Impossible Goals, by John Soforic. Learning how to rest - the smartest life hack of all. Learn more here. Dream Life Community Facebook Group: Connect with like-minded dreamers. RESOURCES: Sign up to our email list here to hear about upcoming workshops. Take your first step to getting clarity on what you want from life with this free bonus dreaming exercise here 101 Dreams Audio Guide  Buy Kristina's book, Your Dream Life Starts Here Discover how close you are to living your Dream Life. Take our 5min Quiz here and get personalised insights emailed to you... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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