Episode Summary
What if the reason you haven't reached your goal has nothing to do with motivation? Would that make you happy or annoyed? Listen as our host, Diane Rolston, gets honest about something most coaches won't admit and reframes the entire conversation around what's actually keeping you stuck. She makes the case that you don't have a motivation problem at all, and that could be a big relief.Listen to learn these key takeaways:Why motivation is a feeling, not a strategy and why you can't rely on it to carry a 6-month, 1-year, or 5-year goalThe book writing story: what Diane was missing that had nothing to do with motivation and what finally got it doneWhy losing motivation doesn't mean you picked the wrong goal, you're lazy, or you're failing. The first thing you're probably missing instead of motivation and why vague goals are impossible to act on no matter how inspired you feelThe comparison trap Diane fell into while managing a business with two kids under three and what her coach said that completely reframed itWhy we create plans for the fantasy version of our lives instead of our real ones and what it costs usWhy following through for someone else is so much easier than following through for yourself and how to use thatThe simple reframe: you don't have a motivation problem, you have a clarity, plan, or support problemComing up: She's Goaled Group Coaching Mastermind is opening in August 2026 for a September start. Learn more here: https://shes-goaled-coaching-mastermind.dynamicwomen.biz/Want to be invited to join Diane’s NEW high-level, like-minded group of women? Email her at diane@dianerolston.com.Do you prefer reading blogs or watching videos?Read Diane’s blogs here: https://www.dianerolston.com/blogWatch Diane’s videos here: https://www.youtube.com/@CoachDianeRolstonThis show’s host, Diane Rolston, is called THE Expert on Being Dynamic and living a Dynamic Life. She specializes in coaching high-achieving women who want to be successful AND satisfied. She is a Certified Professional Coach, International Speaker, 11-time Author, and host of the five-time award-winning Dynamic Women Podcast, ranked in the top 2.5% of podcasts.Diane has been recognized with multiple awards for her professional accomplishments and for the powerful impact she has on the women she inspires and empowers. Chicken Soup for the Soul co-creator Jack Canfield describes her as “an amazing woman” doing “incredible work helping women develop holistic lives of balance.”Through her program, VA Made Easy, she helps entrepreneurs go from task overwhelm to business ease by hiring and training Virtual Assistants for them while also providing proven systems, processes, and strategies for success.Outside of her work, Diane is a mother of two, a soccer player, and a stand-up comedy rookie, always embracing new challenges and personal growth.You’re invited to reach out to Diane and visit her website: www.dianerolston.com Check out what Dian
