Module 1: Clarity Through Practice
IN THIS LESSON
Discover a simple, 7-minute practice to clear your mental clutter and start your day with focus. Adapted from "Morning Pages," this exercise is tailored for busy leaders who need clarity to innovate
Daily Clarity Practice for Leaders.
The Foggy Windshield
Imagine you’re driving through a dense fog. The road ahead is barely visible, and even though you’re moving forward, every moment feels tense and uncertain. You strain to see the road, second-guess every turn, and worry about what obstacles might suddenly appear. The faster you go, the harder it becomes to maintain control.
Now picture this: You pause, pull over, and turn on your windshield defroster. Slowly, the fog on your windshield clears, and you can see the road ahead again. The path that felt so chaotic and overwhelming now appears manageable and straightforward. The obstacles you feared were never as daunting as they seemed. With clarity restored, you confidently set out again, knowing exactly where you’re headed.
Key Insight:
Leadership often feels like driving through that fog. Daily work's constant demands, distractions, and uncertainties cloud your ability to see the bigger picture. Taking just a few minutes to clear your mental windshield, through practices like Morning Pages or reflection, can give you the clarity to lead with focus, creativity, and purpose.
Today’s exercise is a simple, actionable way to "defrost the windshield" of your mind each morning, helping you break through the fog of reactive thinking and see your path to innovation. Many leaders wake up to endless demands, leaving no time for intentional reflection. Morning clarity exercises can help you reset and start strong.
Exercise: Use the "Morning Clarity PDF" to write freely for 7 minutes. Focus on:
What’s top of mind?
What challenges need clarity today?
What opportunities excite you?
Take Away: By decluttering your mind, you make space for deeper insights.