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What does it mean?
Motivation comes from knowing how to navigate the journey itself, not just reaching a destination. Competence keeps you moving.
In plain terms
Knowing how to keep going matters more than the destination.
What can you take from it?
Trust your ability to handle the journey.

Where it applies

  • long projects
  • life changes
  • challenges

Putting it to work

  • skill building
  • process focus
  • self-trust

Questions to consider

  • What keeps you going when tired?
  • Do you focus on journey or destination?

Another view

Destinations can still provide necessary motivation.

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