Why am I expecting the maximum while doing the bare minimum with my goals?
It’s a question that has been haunting me lately. I look around and see people achieving their dreams, reaching their goals, and living the life they’ve always wanted. And here I am, sitting and wishing for the same, but not really putting in the effort to get there. It’s like wanting to win a race without even putting on your running shoes.
I think it’s human nature to want the best for ourselves, but sometimes we forget that those best things require hard work, dedication, and consistency. I often find myself daydreaming about success, imagining the day when everything will magically fall into place. But deep down, I know that success isn’t something that just happens; it’s something you work towards every single day.
I’ve been guilty of making excuses. I tell myself that I’ll start tomorrow, that I need more time, or that I’m too tired today. But these excuses are just barriers I’ve created to avoid facing the reality that I’m not putting in the effort needed to achieve my goals. It’s a hard pill to swallow, but recognizing this is the first step towards change.
To break this cycle, I’ve started setting small, achievable goals for myself. Instead of focusing on the end result, I’m trying to appreciate the process. It’s about building habits that contribute to my goals, like dedicating a certain amount of time each day to work on my skills, learn something new, or push myself out of my comfort zone. These small steps might not seem like much, but they add up over time.
I’ve also learned the importance of being honest with myself. When I’m not putting in the effort, I need to acknowledge it instead of making excuses. It’s okay to admit that I haven’t been working as hard as I should be. This honesty is crucial because it’s the foundation for making real changes.
So, why am I expecting the maximum while doing the bare minimum? Because I’ve been avoiding the hard truth that effort and success go hand in hand. But now, I’m ready to change that. I’m ready to put in the work, to push myself, and to be disciplined. It’s time to stop dreaming and start doing. After all, we get out of life what we put into it. It’s time to put in the maximum effort and see where it takes me.
Until next time, Adios amigo!
Whenever I think about developing discipline, I think about how I already started adulting at the age of 23. You have to read about my experience HERE to know more about it!
