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FMQ 507 Standing is not An Option and is NOT OK

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Standing Still Is NOT OK – The Myth of ‘Maintaining

A Five-MinuteQuickie from Personal Development Unplugged

What if standing still is actually taking you backwards?

In this short, sharp episode, we break the illusion of “treading water” in personal growth. You’re either moving forward or slipping back—and this 5-minute muse is a call to action for continuous personal development, even if it's just 1% at a time.

Discover why consistent progress is essential for self-improvement, confidence, and mental well-being. Learn how applying small daily shifts in mindset and behaviour leads to lasting transformation—without overwhelm. This is real, doable self-growth.

🎯 Takeaways

• Standing still = slipping back

• 1% daily growth = exponential results

• The myth of “maintaining”

• Personal development isn’t a sprint—it’s an intention

• Progress in one area ripples through the rest of your life

A simple reminder to evolve, not retreat.

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Published on 4 months, 4 weeks ago