"The trouble with doing something right the first time is that nobody appreciates how difficult it was."
- Walt West
Deep down, we all seek PERFECTION. As human beings, we are walking case studies of OCD. We seek to CONTROL everything in our world as much as we possibly can. This is why we stay in bad relationships, are fearful to take that new job, or will not move because we are so "comfortable" where we are.
As you read the paragraph above, you may notice that "perfection" and the examples given are far from being one in the same. The UNDERLYING element is the word "CONTROL".
We are often willing to SACRIFICE doing things the "right way" in an effort to continue doing them the "comfortable way".
2 DEGREE SUCCESS STEP:
You KNOW that you could perform better than you do now if you could "just build up the courage to try it a different way," right? BULLSPIT! (ha ha – check the spelling again)
Making EXCUSES for your actions is self-enabling, much like a cowardly friend does with a drug addict. If you REALLY want to create positive change, DO IT and DO IT RIGHT!
Going through the motions of negative (or neutral benefit) actions is simple PERPETUATING your ineffectiveness. It is also INCREASING your frustration and weakening your confidences.
Just do the RIGHT thing. Yes, it will be difficult. Yes, it will be awkward. Yes, you will likely feel very UNCOMFORTABLE. And YES – ALL THAT WILL GO AWAY!
Success is found in the discomfort of doing the right things. What is more IMPORTANT… being successful or being comfy?
Cheers,
Zach
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