YOU have to be in the race to win it. And it’s those who refuse to quit or concede who usually triumph.
I could be talking about almost anything- a marathon or studying for a degree or even life itself – because it’s easy to give up on life and pass up the multitude of chances we get to fulfil our potential.
This photo was from the Three Peaks Challenge in 1999. Great experience. Fond memories. Enormous satisfaction.
I could easily have not done it. But, firstly, it was during a period when I said ‘yes’ to nearly everything and also I believe in trying make things happen, taking opportunities and daring to sometimes go where my mind is planting doubts.
It’s overcoming the challenges in life that make us stronger and better.
In order to make progress, I find it important to pick a challenge or goal that’s achievable, but not easy. Too simple and there’s little to be gained. Too hard and it can either break (hurt) you or make you lose interest or become demoralised because it’s too daunting.
Smart challenges help us to move forwards at a sensible and manageable pace. They give us purpose and intent.
Without challenges it’s too easy not to take action at all and hence there is no willingness.
Need a challenge? Why not the Amazing 12 body transformation?
There are many examples on this site of the results that can be achieved (photo above) – and by individuals who lead busy lives, run businesses and have children.
I’m running another wave from January 9, 2017 at Core Results, Chichester. Message or email me (Claude@intelligentstrength.co.uk) for more details.
First in the door will get a place. Take command, take action and dare to be daring, because that’s when you feel alive.