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Still waiting on that dream to happen?

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Still waiting on that dream to happen?

You started with so much excitement. The dream, the goal, the project—it felt right. But somewhere along the way, things started dragging on. The momentum stalled, and now you’re wondering…

Is this still worth pursuing? Or is it time to let go?

The truth is, not every unfinished dream is meant to be finished. Sometimes, holding on is what’s keeping you stuck. Other times, you’re just one shift away from breaking through.

But how do you know?

That’s exactly what I’m unpacking in this week’s episode of Catching Sunshine: Unfinished Dreams—Is It Quitting or Just a Pivot?

Listen here:

And here’s something else to consider…

Sometimes, the reason a dream feels stuck isn’t because it’s the wrong dream—but because we’re waiting for the perfect opportunity to move forward.

Yesterday’s episode: Are You Missing Your Lucky Break? Because what if the breakthrough you’ve been waiting for is actually already in front of you?

Listen now:

Whatever season you’re in, just know this:

Moving on doesn’t mean failure.

And holding on doesn’t always mean success.

The key is knowing the difference.

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Peak Bloom - Cherry Blossoms

Cherry Blossom Photos @ Peak Bloom

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Happy Spring! (or Autumn for my readers down unda’ and thereabouts).

I want to talk to you today about “Peak Bloom” – what is it? And why should you care?

Here are a couple of the pics I recently posted on my Instagram (SimplyCari).

They’re from the Cherry Blossom Festival, on the day designated as “peak bloom”.

Peak Bloom - Cherry Blossoms

I love this huge MLK Memorial. It’s especially stunning when the blossoms are at peak!

Peak Bloom - Cherry Blossoms

Peak Bloom is defined as the point that 70% of the blossoms are open.

Not 90%, not 100%.

Only 70%…and as you can see these trees look exquisite!

Because 70% can be good.

 

I’m not one to tell you to lower your standards, or your expectations.

And as a Certified High Performance Coach I’d never tell you to stop striving for progress.

But I will remind you of two phrases I have to remind myself of often:

 

Progress over Perfection
and
Done is better than perfect.

 

This is where 70% can come in helpful.

Not everything needs to be perfect, or even 90%.

I know, I know it goes against the old saying: “a job worth doing is worth doing right.”

But let’s be real, some jobs really are worth doing at 70%.

Going in at 70% helps you overcome perfectionism, over-thinking, indecision, self doubt, and procrastination.

Because simply being in action brings clarity, which brings creativity, energy, momentum and growth.

Think of something you’ve been putting off for far too long – I’ll wait…got it?

Now give yourself permission to do it 70%. Remembering, done is better than perfect.

That allows you to just get started on it without worrying about the end result.

Peak Bloom for the Cherry Blossoms isn’t 100%, it’s beauty at 70%.

What’s your Peak Bloom?

“Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can”.
Arthur Ashe

Have a fabulous weekend~

Carolyn Cooper

PS: I normally post my fun photos on my Instagram – including a lot of Washington, DC this past year -whee! I’d love it if you follow me there, and I’ll also try to remember to add more fun “sightseeing” pics to my emails, since that’s been requested by many of you!