Why Readiness Is a Lie

 

Hello friends, and thank you for being here today. I want to talk about something that quietly holds so many people back without them even realizing it: the idea of readiness.

Here’s the truth—there will never be a perfect time to start moving toward your goal. The belief that you must wait until you feel ready, prepared, or perfectly aligned is one of the biggest lies we’ve accepted for far too long. Waiting feels responsible, but more often than not, it’s just procrastination dressed up as planning.

I’ve discovered through lived experience that the only real time to start is today. Not tomorrow. Not when conditions improve. Not when confidence magically appears. Now.

If there’s a dream pulling at your heart, begin right where you are. Quit planning the plan and get going. There is always something you can do right now that will move you forward.

Is it getting up 30 minutes earlier to meditate and then exercise? Do it.

Is it studying for 10 minutes a day? Do it.

Is it saying thank you when someone does something kind for you? Do it.

Is it making your bed when you wake up? Do it.

Don’t wait to think about it. Action creates clarity—not the other way around.

When you stay ready instead of waiting to get ready, you train your nervous system to respond with action. You break the habit of wasting time and reinforce the identity of someone who moves, even when it feels uncomfortable. That discomfort isn’t a sign to stop—it’s a sign you’re growing.

This is how I live my life. If something needs to be done and I truly want it, I don’t wait. I act, even when it feels inconvenient or uncomfortable. And every single time I take action, I feel better, stronger, and more aligned.

Momentum builds confidence. Action builds belief.

If you’re ready to elevate your approach, stop overthinking, and actually get things done—with support, structure, and accountability—I’m here to help.

Sign up today at www.maryamsjoyfullife.com and let’s move forward together.