Thursday, August 14
This quote highlights the immense power of mindset. It suggests that our beliefs - especially about ourselves - shape our reality. When we believe we can do something, we're more likely to take action, persevere through challenges, and ultimately succeed. On the other hand, if we convince ourselves that we can't, we often don't even try, or we give up at the first sign of difficulty. Ford’s message is not just about confidence - it's about how our thoughts influence our behavior and outcomes. It's a reminder that success often begins internally. If we approach a goal with doubt and fear, that mindset becomes a barrier. But if we start with belief and determination, we create the conditions necessary for growth and achievement.
Let’s unpack this:
As someone who doesn’t have kids, there have been times when I felt like my life didn’t fit the mold that society often expects - especially when it comes to family and parenthood. In those moments, it was easy to fall into the mindset of “I can’t.” I can’t be whole without children. I can’t find meaning outside of that traditional path. I can’t be truly understood. But over time, I’ve come to see how much that mindset shaped my experience - not because it was true, but because I believed it. The more I told myself I couldn't find fulfillment, the more unfulfilled I was. Ford’s quote reminds me that the way I frame my own story matters. If I choose to believe that a rich, meaningful, and joyful life is possible - even if it looks different than I imagined - then I can begin to create it. - Caroline Bloss
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1in5 podcast - a space dedicated to exploring every facet of living without children, whether by choice or circumstance. Hosted by journalist and presenter Geeta Pendse, the show shines a light on stories of women without kids that too often go unheard or overlooked. Each episode, Geeta speaks with guests from diverse backgrounds about everything from social expectations and the ticking biological clock to infertility, uncertainty about parenthood, and embracing life in all its unique forms.
