Morning Motivation

"A child has no trouble believing the unbelievable, nor does the genius or the madman. It's only you and I, with our big brains and our tiny hearts, who doubt and overthink and hesitate."

-Steven Pressfield

How many times do we talk ourselves out of what we truly want to do?  Whether it's a fitness goal, a career change, putting more effort into a relationship, or any pursuit requiring a personal commitment. Chances are you will face something that Steven Pressfield identifies as "Resistance".  Resistance can be anywhere and anything, and it comes at us both externally and internally.  It attacks us from all sides, creating a reality around us where our goals either can't be accomplished or aren't relevant.  Reason, facts, and odds can be powerful enemies to overcome when trying to accomplish our personal goals. 99% of the time we are our own worst enemy and the change we are meant to make lies dormant inside of us. Friends, family, bills, rent, all provide valid reasons to deny our true calling. How can anyone succeed with such a massive, terrifying, and logical force preventing us from moving forward?

We can be stubborn, we can put the blinders on and continue on our path come hell or high water until we succeed.  Or, we can make that goal about something greater than ourselves. Make your personal pursuit about something greater than you. Realize your potential to create change and don't sell yourself short.  Identifying the selfless nature of your goals allows you to keep humble while striving for greatness.  Be the absolute best, and do it for the rest of us who are watching in awe and cheering you on.

To read more about "Resistance"and motivation from Steven Pressfield please visit his website:

http://www.stevenpressfield.com/