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#90- Becoming Through the Messy Middle: Progress Begins Before Perfection
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When Dr. Phyllis started this podcast, she didn’t have all the answers or perfect timing. What she had was a tug on her heart—a quiet knowing it was time to begin, even without feeling fully ready.
Now, after 90 episodes, one truth stands out: progress begins before perfection.
Many believe they must wait until everything is perfect. But showing up in the mess moves you forward. Dr. Phyllis’s journey has been far from polished, yet deeply transformational—and it all began with one faithful yes.
If you’re in the messy middle, know you’re not alone. You don’t need every detail figured out or a perfect plan. You just need to take the next faithful step.
Here are three principles that helped Dr. Phyllis move forward:
1. Give yourself permission to start unpolished.
Starting matters most. Progress only comes from movement.
2. Stay accountable to one yes. One goal.
Focus on one clear yes to stay grounded and avoid overwhelm.
3. Let consistency cultivate clarity.
Showing up daily—even in the mess—sharpens the vision.
Don’t overthink it. Just do it every day. Get back to basics. Keep showing up. Remember: you can be in the messy middle and still be becoming. God doesn’t require perfection—only your willingness to say yes.
(00:00) Progress Before Perfection
(05:45) Finding My Podcast's True Direction
(08:13) Finding My Ministry and Voice
(12:58) Embracing Growth and Leadership
(15:29) Perfectionism's Trap for Achievers
(22:56) Choose One Personal Goal
(27:54) Community Building for High Achievers
Quotes from Today’s Episode:
"You don't need to have all of the answers to honor the next step that God is calling you towards. He just needs you to show up."
"Give yourself permission to start unpolished. You don't need to be perfect. You don't need to have the perfect setup. What matters is starting progress can only come from movement."
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