It can help us tackle self-doubt

“So many of us struggle with a sense of self-doubt – of believing that secretly we don’t have what it takes to meet the demands and expectations of our lives – be that at work or at home,” Hall says. “For many of us, this manifests as ‘imposter syndrome’. For others, it’s a lack of inner confidence or an overly loud inner critic. As if we can’t be enough.”

If we approach things with a mindset that we are already enough, that we deserve to take up space and are able to try anything, imposter syndrome fades into the background. What if instead of trying to be the best as a way to ‘disprove’ our self-doubt, we simply accepted that we’re doing great enough as it is?

Enough helps us keep boundaries

“In every sector, every organisation, every walk of life, there are people who are struggling with the volume, complexity and sense of overwhelming demand on them,” says Hall. “Boundaries are a real issue, digital demands are non-stop and the myth that we need to be always available and responsive is as strong as ever. So many of us are just exhausted – burnt out.

“When we come from a place of believing that we are enough, we’re much more likely to set and keep healthy boundaries. We can learn how to live within the natural limits of our lives – prioritising sleep, rest and recuperation as much as striving and hard work. When we do, it sets us free to flourish. We remember that it’s not just nice, but essential to give ourselves time and space to recharge our batteries and restore our energy. Because at its heart, the idea of ‘enough’ is all about balance. When we allow ourselves to live and work at a sustainable pace, we contribute to making the world a better place for everyone.”

Why we need to be happy with ‘enough’