This is an ages old dilemma. We see what we want and the first thing we do is dread what others will say about what we want. We imagine they will tell us that we don’t NEED to do that. or, they will QUESTION WHY you want that. My favorite is, OH HE’S JUST TRYING TO BE A BIG SHOT!. Another one is horrible. HE JUST LOVES DOING THE BIG THING FOR ATTENTION! Ouch! None of these things are true but when people resort to discouraging or disparaging comments about us or our goals it takes the wind out of our sails. Sometimes after a couple of these terrible statements in front of us, we retreat to a place in our heads where we doubt our choice or our desires or our ambition and ultimately we question whether we are worthy to even dream of what we want. This time is crushing and the “arguments with ourselves in front of the mirror are intense.
When we have resolved to ignore those that take our ideas, goals, and personal worth apart, we are more than ready to go after that lofty goal.
Muscle heads pay attention! When you get a little older and the bug to train, get big, get lean and to ultimately compete on stage hits you—look out!Those who say they understand you and know you will become your most feared critics. This is where character comes in. “Be true to thyself!” Let them talk and complain and try to derail you. Go to the gym and train. Eat that crummy food. Run and do cardio. Eat supplements. Hang out and train with other muscle heads. It’s your life and this is your choice and this is your culture and your dreams are here. As I like to say, “Do not follow a multitude to be stupid and lose.”
Also, keep in mind that these harmful prophets of “YOUR” doom will never do what you do. They have settled to live “Below the Level of Mediocrity.”–John McArthur. You have chosen to compete against other likeminded athletes when you have been relegated to somebody else’s expectations. Their icons and their idols are way too small for you now. Set your goal in front of you and obsess on it. Never allow somebody else set your rudder. Set your face (Like Jesus the last week of his life) like flint toward the stage.
This is your chance to make believers out of your worst and most painful critics. Do NOT disappoint yourself with a half ass effort. Train and practice as if there is no tomorrow.
Big goals require a big effort. See you in the Winner’s Circle. It is here where I want to discuss your next BIG DREAM!
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