Break the Mold. Do The Hard Things.🔨⚒️🛠️

Published: Thu, 05/18/23

Do Not Pray for an Easy Life, Pray for the Strength to Endure a Difficult One.

― Bruce Lee

I didn’t care that writing speculative fiction was difficult for me. After reading and enjoying hundreds of genre books and watching genre movies, I knew writing was what I wanted to do. I wasn’t concerned whether I would be any good at it either; I just believed I could get better at any stage I found myself.

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I Can Do Hard Things.

I wanted to contribute something to this great art form.
Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine the time, the effort and the money it would cost me to do what I do?
Most people in my shoes would have called what I do delusional and given up.

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The thing with me is, I like to set myself apart from the crowd. And what does the crowd require?
Ease.
The crowd doesn’t want to do the things that are considered difficult. And that alone sets me apart and makes me grow.

The crowd doesn’t want to push out of their comfort zone. They don’t want to feel vulnerable, uncertain, and even afraid. They know it will ultimately lead to growth, learning, and self-discovery, but they either can’t be asked or they are shit scared to fail.

If we are not faced with obstacles or motivated to push ourselves, then we are unlikely to make an effort to improve. Without experiencing resistance or challenges, people tend to remain within their comfort zone and avoid putting themselves in vulnerable situations. And because of that, they do not reach their maximum potential or develop into a better version of themselves.

If you’re not afraid of the hard things, you will never worry about the competition because most people aim for the easiest path by doing the minimum required. They are content with being average and do not strive for excellence. They are prone to giving up quickly and abandoning their aspirations at the drop of a hat.

So how do you break the mould and prioritise the hard things?

Embrace discomfort: The hard things are uncomfortable, but discomfort is not necessarily a bad thing. It’s a sign that you’re pushing yourself beyond your limits and challenging yourself to grow. Embrace discomfort and see it as an opportunity to learn and improve.
Identify your limiting beliefs. Take a moment to reflect on the beliefs you live by. These may be beliefs about yourself, others, or the world around you. Make sure they benefit you.
Set goals that push you to grow and achieve more than you thought possible. Don’t settle for mediocrity.
Take massive action.
Recognise failure for what it is - a natural part of growth.
Surround yourself with people who support and encourage your growth. Seek mentors, coaches, and like-minded individuals who will challenge you to be your best self.
Celebrate your successes no matter how small they may be. Recognise and acknowledge your hard work and progress, then keep pushing.

Breaking the mould requires that we do hard things - both external challenges that are thrust upon us and those we thrust upon ourselves. By facing these challenges head-on, we develop the skills, qualities, and mindset necessary for achieving greatness. So don’t shy away from the hard things in life. Embrace them, and use them to grow, learn, and become the best version of yourself.

Be Your Own Hero.