Leadership Thought #224 – Anything Is Possible
Anything is possible, but not everything is probable. We just need to determine how much risk we are willing to take and how hard we are willing to work on something. You have the freedom to either lead a simple, stress-free life or challenge yourself to reach your limits. Most of us live somewhere in between these two polar opposites and usually end up with the outcomes we deserve. In most cases, there aren’t incapable victims; just people who talk themselves out of success or happiness because they aren’t willing to confront the brutal facts of their reality. They were unwilling to challenge themselves to grow and achieve more. I am always saddened when I hear someone bemoan their status quo existence, but then make little effort to do something about it. It’s as if they are caught in a vicious cycle of self-inflicted denial and ineptitude.
People of all shapes, sizes, and backgrounds are capable of incredible things. The evidence is all around us. I was fortunate to see Cirque du Soleil this past weekend, and it was amazing. The show exceeded my lofty expectations. I’ve never seen anything like it before. What people can accomplish physically with their bodies is almost impossible to comprehend. The individuals on the stage weren’t all that different from their audience. The performers ranged in height from short to tall. They were also slim and stocky. Some were attractive, while many others were only average-looking. However, they all had their given place in the show and excelled in their role. What separated them from the crowd was their obvious level of training and learned competence. It was also their willingness to push themselves to excel at something challenging. They clearly believed in themselves and didn’t succumb to the limitations of negative thinking.
Most of us don’t have the courage, dedication, and perseverance to push our bodies to its physical limits. We either talk ourselves out of it or stop when it gets difficult. The same thing happens in careers and relationships. However, our libraries and media outlets are full of stories of incredible bravery and accomplishment. There are also numerous stories of couples overcoming significant obstacles to be together and finding true love. I can’t guarantee you that if you try, you won’t fail or that you may end up short of your anticipated destination. If you live your life fully, you risk disappointment, pain, and sorrow; note that all three will happen anyway. However, I can assure you that, except in rare instances, achieving success and happiness won’t come easily. Every individual is capable of greatness in their life. The question you must ask is, “How much do you want something, and what are you willing to do about it?”
When you truly believe in the possibility of anything, your life begins to transform in a positive direction.
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