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The Power of "Get To": Shifting from Obligation to Inspired Action

Good morning from Panama City. As the Tuesday hustle kicks in, let's take a moment to check in with ourselves and the energy driving our actions.

There's a subtle but profound difference between two phrases: "got to do" and "get to do." And understanding this distinction can be a game-changer for your motivation and overall fulfillment.

Think about your day. How many tasks felt like a burden, an obligation you "got to do"? Maybe it was answering emails, attending a mandatory meeting, or tackling a less-than-exciting project. That "got to do" mindset often feels heavy, draining, and can lead to procrastination and resentment.

Now consider the moments where you felt energized, engaged, and genuinely excited about what you were doing. That's the realm of "get to do." Inspiration fuels this mindset. It transforms tasks from chores into opportunities, from burdens into privileges.

"Motivation says 'got to do' and inspiration says 'get to do'."

What's moving you today? Was it a sense of obligation, or a spark of genuine enthusiasm?

We all can appreciate the beauty of choice – the "get to" enjoy our stunning beaches, the "get to" support our local businesses. That same sense of choice can be applied to our work and our goals.

The key is to find the inspiration within the "got to do's." Can you reframe a mandatory task as a chance to learn a new skill? Can you see a challenging project as an opportunity to showcase your problem-solving abilities? Can you connect your daily actions to a larger, inspiring vision?

It's not always easy, but the more you can shift your internal dialogue from "got to" to "get to," the more energy, creativity, and ultimately, success you'll unlock.

So, as you reflect on your day and look ahead to the rest of the week, ask yourself:

  • What are the "got to do's" I can reframe as "get to do's"?
  • What inspires me and how can I bring more of that into my daily tasks?
  • What is the bigger "get to do" that my daily actions are contributing to?

Choose inspiration. Choose "get to." Choose to move forward with purpose and enthusiasm.

To your Momentum & Mastery,

Spencer


Photo by Jonathan Kemper on Unsplash


About Spencer Combs:

Spencer Combs is a business leader and author of Momentum and Mastery: The Business Leader's Guide to Fastrack Unshakeable Profit, Productivity, and Purpose. With a passion for helping others transform their challenges into opportunities, Spencer offers unique insights through his events, coaching programs, and daily text messages.

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