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59. Turn Small Wins into Fuel: The Practice That Changes Everything
April 09, 2025 · 16 min

Are you wondering if all your hard work will actually pay off? If you're pouring your heart into your growth, your career, your healing—and still waiting for the results— this episode is YOUR reminder: the progress you’re making is far greater than you realize. Keep going—it's all adding up.

Join me as I reveal a transformative practice, I’ve been using for nearly two decades, and how my dad taught me the invaluable lesson of celebrating the quiet victories—the ones that truly shape who we’re becoming.

Join me to discover:

1.The Story Behind The “I Am Winning” List and Why You Need It

2.Why Small, Quiet Wins Are the Foundation of Big Breakthroughs

3. How to Reconnect with Your Inner Child and Dog-Like Joy in Daily Wins

4.Simple Steps to Start Your Own List Today and Grow Your Confidence

This episode is perfect for you if:

● You’re feeling discouraged while waiting for results

● You struggle to recognize or celebrate your own progress

● You want to build self-confidence and emotional resilience

● You’re craving a simple, soulful practice to ground your growth

Special Mention:

Felix gets a heartfelt shout-out in this episode 🐶✨

(You’ll want to hear how we celebrate his personal little wins.)

Hold this close to your heart: You’re doing better than you think. You are already growing in ways you might not yet see. It’s not a matter of if—just when.

We would love to hear your thoughts on this podcast episode. Head over to @purplestars.world on Instagram and share the valuable insights you gained from it. Can't wait to read your comments!

Sending lots of love,

Sarah

What I discussed: 00:00: Is All Your Hard Work Truly Going to Pay Off?

01:08 The ‘I Am Winning’ List: A Practice That Changes Lives

04:33 Progress Isn’t Always Loud or Obvious While It’s Happening 07:03 Let’s Celebrate Ourselves Like We Do Kids and Dogs 12:17 Why Small Wins Make a Big Difference

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