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The art of detachment: 5 ways to separate yourself from outcomes

Published on Jul 04, 2024 06:00 AM IST

From setting process-oriented goals to building emotional resilience, here are a few ways to detach ourselves from outcomes.

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Sometimes, we worry so much about the outcome of a task, that we fail to give our heart and soul in executing it to perfection. “Detaching from outcomes is vital for healthy productivity because it shifts your focus from external validation to internal growth and satisfaction. When you become overly fixated on specific results, your sense of self-worth and motivation often fluctuate based on whether those outcomes are achieved. This mindset can lead to increased stress, fear of failure, and even burnout,” wrote Therapist Israa Nasir.(Freepik)

Published on Jul 04, 2024 06:00 AM IST

Sometimes, we worry so much about the outcome of a task, that we fail to give our heart and soul in executing it to perfection. “Detaching from outcomes is vital for healthy productivity because it shifts your focus from external validation to internal growth and satisfaction. When you become overly fixated on specific results, your sense of self-worth and motivation often fluctuate based on whether those outcomes are achieved. This mindset can lead to increased stress, fear of failure, and even burnout,” wrote Therapist Israa Nasir.(Freepik)

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Set process-oriented goals: We should set goals that are based on actions. When we break down a bigger goal into smaller tasks, it helps us to achieve them faster and more effectively.(Pinterest)

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Set process-oriented goals: We should set goals that are based on actions. When we break down a bigger goal into smaller tasks, it helps us to achieve them faster and more effectively.(Pinterest)

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Engage in the task at hand: Instead of multitasking or getting distracted, we should focus entirely on the task at hand. We can use the Pomodoro technique for more focus.(Pixabay)

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Engage in the task at hand: Instead of multitasking or getting distracted, we should focus entirely on the task at hand. We can use the Pomodoro technique for more focus.(Pixabay)

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Embrace a growth mindset: Instead of viewing challenges and setbacks as failures, we should start seeing them as opportunities we can learn from. When we develop a growth mindset, we start having a better perspective.(Unsplash)

Published on Jul 04, 2024 06:00 AM IST

Embrace a growth mindset: Instead of viewing challenges and setbacks as failures, we should start seeing them as opportunities we can learn from. When we develop a growth mindset, we start having a better perspective.(Unsplash)

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Develop emotional resilience: Emotional regulation techniques such as deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation or therapy can help us to develop emotional abilities to handle difficult situations.(Unsplash)

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Develop emotional resilience: Emotional regulation techniques such as deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation or therapy can help us to develop emotional abilities to handle difficult situations.(Unsplash)

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Celebrate small wins: instead of dwelling on past mistakes or failures, we should learn to celebrate the small wins. This will help us to stay motivated and inspired.(Unsplash)

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Celebrate small wins: instead of dwelling on past mistakes or failures, we should learn to celebrate the small wins. This will help us to stay motivated and inspired.(Unsplash)

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