Y is for Yes, And: Say Yes to the Goal, And the Work it Requires

“Say yes, and you’ll figure it out afterward.” – Tina Fey

In mindset and in life, “Yes” is powerful, but it’s only the beginning. Too often we say yes to the dream but hesitate when the discipline shows up. We want the breakthrough, but not the boring. The “Yes, And…” mindset isn’t just about optimism; it’s about ownership. It’s saying: Yes, I want this, and I’m ready for what it takes.

🔍 Self-Awareness: What are you truly saying yes to?
What comes next after the “and”? Effort? Courage? Accountability?

🧭 Strategy: Flip limiting beliefs into “Yes, and…” statements:

Yes, I made a mistake—and I’ll grow from it.

Yes, this is uncomfortable—and I’ll keep showing up.

Yes, I have big goals—and I’m building the habits to back them up.

🚀 Action: Write your own:

“Yes, I want ____, and I’m willing to ____ to make it happen.”

Closing Thought

Yes opens the door. And is what walks you through it.
Say yes to the vision—and to the process.
Yes to the opportunity—and to the responsibility.
Yes, and… let’s go!