There’s this old story about a kid who gets asked what they want to be when they grow up. They say “happy.” The teacher puts them in detention for missing the point. The kid says, you’re missing the point of life.
We walk around thinking life will get easier. That our dreams will require less work. That the right moment is coming.
It’s coming.
The Work Builds You
You need to do things that scare you a little. The uncomfortable stuff you keep putting off. The things only you can do for yourself. That’s where life happens.
Passion comes from doing things with your whole heart. It’s action, movement.
When’s the last time you had a conversation with someone and were fully there? Phone away, just present?
When’s the last time you truly tried at something instead of going through the motions?
We put in half effort while waiting for something to feel passionate about. But you bring the passion TO the thing. The thing waits for you.
Show Up For What’s Here
My grandmother used to say: “The opportunity you have right now is the best opportunity.” This one. The one in front of you.
Your body affects your mind as much as your mind affects your body. Want to feel more alive? Act more alive. Right now. With what you’ve got.
Smile more and you feel better. Sit up straight and you feel stronger. Put effort into today’s tasks and you feel more engaged with your life.
You already have what you need. Today’s ordinary moment is the one.
Take The Next Step
You take the next step, then it figures itself out.
Better to be exhausted from actually trying than tired from waiting around.
Most people wait for 5pm. For Friday. For vacation. For retirement. For the perfect moment.
You build confidence by doing it before you feel ready. That’s the way.
Whatever’s in front of you today, put your heart into it. All the way in. Today’s thing.
The path gets made by walking it.
Your future is now.
Go.
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