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It’s Up to You to Move Forward In Your Journey
Embrace Your Challenges For Change Strive for Your Greatness What It Means & How to Do It
We must realize that each one of us has a unique greatness within ourselves, just waiting to be unleashed into the world while we walk in this beautiful journey of ours.
Keep in mind that we all will experience times of struggle but also times of greatness.
While we all walk through this crazy journey we will discover the potential that we each have which is often faced with experiencing struggles and challenges along the way. These hurdles in life will shape our character and determine who we strive to become.
When we discover this it will fuel our determination and discipline to keep going. For me it was when I became a United States Marine. I will say that it was absolutely the hardest thing I ever accomplished in my own personal journey.
Striving for greatness is not just about achieving materialistic worldly successes; it’s about your internal growth and the pursuit of becoming the best version of yourself. Maybe you’re not experiencing this in your life right at this very moment but when you decide to press in for something great in your life, buckle up and prepare for the ride of your life. Just keep in mind that growth can be uncomfortable at first but it is so worth it.
When people ask me who I compete with, my answer is simple: I compete with myself — striving each day to be better than the person I was yesterday. I believe that if I strive for greatness by being better than I was before then I know that I have done my very best, and as long as I know I’m doing my very best I will be successful in my journey.
Do You Understand What Your Greatness means to you?
Greatness for some people may mean excelling in your career or bettering your financial situation, while for others, it could involve nurturing and strengthening your relationships or contributing to your community in some way. Our goal for each and everyone of you is to strive for greatness in the areas of your mental health, physical health, relationships and you finances.The first step in this new journey of yours is to figure out what greatness means to you. Reflect on your passions, values, and your dreams.
What truly drives you?
If you have been doing the journaling exercises that we have discussed in the past you will identify the patterns as well as what your passions and interests are. This creates a solid foundation for you to build on.
Embrace Your Challenges
I always say in our coaching sessions, speaking events and my TikTok lives that we cannot run away, hide from or ignore the struggles and challenges we face but we should embrace them and treat them as a learning opportunity that will result in success in your journey.
Each setback you will experience is an opportunity to teach you resilience, patience, and creativity. Embrace the discomfort that comes with pushing your boundaries, as it will often lead to breakthroughs.
Create a Positive Mindset
It’s important to understand that having a positive mindset is a main ingredient of experiencing greatness. Surround yourself with uplifting positive influences, whether through supportive friends, family, inspiring books and movies, or motivational speeches on YouTube or even my TikTok sessions or our monthly Zoom meetings.Practice Gratitude
When you practice gratitude daily, and focus on your accomplishments, no matter how small, you will be able to adapt and overcome future challenges a lot easier.
Set Yourself Clear Easy Goals
Setting specific, achievable goals will provide a drawn out roadmap for achievements in your journey. Break down your larger goals into smaller, manageable steps that will be easier to accomplish. Celebrate your progress along your way, as each accomplishment you reach is a testimonial to your dedication and hard work. Plus it will be a great example to those around you.Take Action
Your ideas and dreams will remain just that without taking action. Make a personal decision to take consistent steps toward the goals you set for yourself, even when you struggle in staying motivated. This type of discipline will build momentum, propelling you closer to your vision of greatness.
Continuous Learning
Greatness is not a destination but a lifelong learning journey. We all seem to hear that all the time but do we listen to what that really means to us?Stay curious and be constantly open to learning more. Seek feedback, take courses, and engage with mentors who can guide you. We are a huge part of that as well. The more you learn, the more equipped you’ll be to tackle life’s challenges and you will start experiencing new opportunities.
Striving for your greatness is a decision you have to make for yourself. By embracing your challenges, maintaining a positive attitude, setting clear goals, taking action, and committing to lifelong learning, you will unlock your true potential.Keep in mind that greatness is not solely defined by the praises you receive, but by the impact you make and the person you become in the journey that you are on.
As you embark on your beautiful journey, let the greatness from within your heart shine and inspire those around you. Besides, you never know who might be watching.You deserve to take your place among the greats in this crazy beautiful world.
