Episode 38

38 - Let Adversity Make You Awesome

38 - Let Adversity Make You Awesome

In this episode, we’re going to talk about how to overcome anxiety and failure in your life with the Book You are Awesome by Neil Pasricha. We’ll explore practical tips to help you become failure-proof and create a positive mindset. Learn how to use magic words to take the sting out of negative situations and shift the spotlight away from yourself. We’ll also discuss how to reframe failures as learning opportunities and embrace the uncertainty of the future. So get ready to take on new challenges and pat yourself on the back for all the hard work you’re doing.


Links
https://startwithsmallsteps.com/?p=2650

https://www.neil.blog/you-are-awesome-book-neil-pasricha

Jill’s Links


https://www.buymeacoffee.com/startwithsmallsteps

Twitter startwithsmallsteps

Email the podcast at jill@startwithsmallsteps.com

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Jill McKinley

I’m Jill from the Northwoods. Professionally, I work in Health IT, where I untangle complex systems and help people use technology more effectively. But at heart, I’m a curious lifelong learner—always exploring how things work, why people grow the way they do, and how even the smallest steps can spark real transformation. That curiosity fuels everything I do, from problem-solving at work to sharing insights through my creative projects.

My journey wasn’t always easy. Growing up, I faced a rough childhood, and books became my lifeline. They introduced me to voices of ancient wisdom, modern psychology, and the natural world around me. Those pages taught me resilience, gave me perspective, and helped me see that wisdom is everywhere—waiting to be noticed, gathered, and shared.