The pros and cons of scarcity mentality
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Hi friend, When we talk about “scarcity mentality,” it often gets painted as entirely negative. But the truth is, it’s not all bad, and like most things in life, it’s a spectrum. Scarcity can spark creativity. It can help us appreciate the small and simple things we might otherwise take for granted. It can even inspire us to imagine new possibilities. But if we stay in that place too long, the costs add up. Scarcity can keep us stuck, focused only on what we don’t have. It can push us into comparison with others. And it can fuel the kind of anxiety that makes us feel like there’s never enough. The goal isn’t to eliminate scarcity altogether, it’s to notice when it’s showing up, take the lessons it offers, and then step back into resourcefulness. ✨ You are allowed to be creative and confident. ✨ You can appreciate simplicity and dream bigger. ✨ You can acknowledge limits without being ruled by fear. You got this. With care, Jose 💛
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