What’s up, Everyone? Wanted to bend your ear for minute. I’m at a point in my life where things are beginning to blossom for me and mine, but it wasn’t always like that. To be honest, for a long time I didn’t think things would ever go my way. But over time I realized that my mindset was probably why things weren’t working out for me. It’s a self-fulfilling prophecy. If you think you don’t deserve success or happiness, then you won’t find success or happiness. You get out what you put in.
Don’t get me wrong, it’s not as simple as just wanting something, you have to put in work. But if you put in the work, and expect nothing in return, except the satisfaction one gets from doing things correctly, you’ll be on your way to changing your standing in life. You see, everyone wants to be successful, but very few want to actually put in the work to be successful. So that’s where you distinguish yourself from the others. While they’re fronting on Instagram or Twitter, you’re grinding, preparing for that opportunity. You may not “enjoy” the process, but you don’t have to. You only need to believe it’ll be worth it in the end!
Remember, if you surround yourself with people who don’t reach their potential, they probably won’t encourage you to reach yours. Most people are complacent by nature, but complacency only guarantees more of the same. Once you believe in yourself, you’ll see it’s okay to not only want more, but also believe you deserve more. That’s when your reality will begin to match your expectations. If you want it, believe you deserve it, and put in the work to earn it! Why doubt yourself? Leave that to the others not willing to work as hard as you. This is your day. You planted the seeds, you watered the garden, now go get your bounty!
- Dr. Matt Body
Educator and Leader