The power of gradual growth
Working on long-term goals and gradually growing brings both happiness as well as fulfillment to our lives. When we want something, we normally want it now not in some distant future. If we have a problem, we want it to be solved as soon as possible and we don’t want to wait for a long time. But if we get into the habit of making everything in our lives as urgent, we will be forced to accept a low quality of life. High-quality life is only possible when you work on some long-term goals and you work on them consistently. If you are sick, you have a long way to get healthy, and a strong and quick fix such as strong medicine will do you more harm than do you good. A quick fix is only good when there is an emergency and you have no choice but to take it temporarily until you get a chance to get back to normal and on the track of gradual growth. A healthy and strong body is possible only by regular exercise, hygiene, eating and drinking healthy food and drink for a long enough time until your body takes its ideal shape and strength. But remember that gradual growth doesn’t mean not having a deadline for your tasks. It’s actually the opposite. Relaxing and finishing a task whenever you feel like it, is not the habit of long-term thinkers but the ones who prefer to do the hard work of today another day so they indulge in some leisure. And for them, tomorrow never comes. Gradual growth means you work hard on some long-term goals every day while you are patient and don’t expect the fruit of your hard work today. Hurry up on doing your routine as soon as and as well as possible but stay patient for the result which will come to serve you exponentially.
Who you are matters more than what you have
Defining who you are and working to build it and keep it is something that brings you both happiness and fulfillment. While most of us are too busy trying to achieve as much as we can and keep comparing our level of belongings with others, we fail to notice that we have been neglecting to work on the most important thing in our lives. It is who we are. Who you are is the center of your being and without it, you are but a disintegrated, confused, and lost being desperately in pursuit of happiness. And unfortunately, the more you try to get happiness, the less successful you are at it. We wrongly go after success and try to achieve as much as we can so we feel good about ourselves, but then to realize that in return for what we have achieved, we lost a lot more precious things such as time, people who we care about or so many things that we wanted to do and we never had the chance. Instead, if you focus on who you are and keep that growing, the success in achieving external things comes naturally. More on what defines who you are and how to work on your identity will be covered in the upcoming articles.
On daily rituals
What you repeatedly do on daily basis will gradually accumulate momentum that can empower you to complete the biggest projects and accomplish such goals that are usually perceived impossible. Daily rituals appear to be too simple to pay attention to but have such an immense power that can uplift the most gigantic obstacles. “A solid routine fosters a well-worn groove for one’s mental energies and helps stave off the tyranny of moods.” Mason Currey “A day is too short and nothing much can be done and it’s ok to lose a day or two”. So we often think. We continue to lose many of such days in unplanned activities and half-done and half-hearted projects. “One day I will start all over and will work hard on my big project”, so we dream. Building a house starts with one brick at a time. If we don’t care about one brick, we don’t care about the whole house. In order to build your life, one should focus on building his or her day first. If you build one day, there is a chance that you continue such a day and build your entire life. We all love the freedom of doing whatever we like in a day, but submitting to such a craving would cost us our own success in life. Alternatively, we should submit to a list of things that we commit to doing on daily basis, and stay patient until we see the fruit of our consistency. Keeping a list of daily rituals is a common habit of successful people. Whether you like to be a successful entrepreneur, a CEO of a public company, a director of a multinational non-for-profit organization, a writer, or a reward-winning movie producer, you need to know what the most important thing is for you to do to get there and then decide to work on it every day. A writer might commit to a daily few hours of writing, a politician might commit to reading while a businessman might commit to meeting with his key staff every morning. You may have one or multiple daily rituals, but you need to have daily rituals in order to bring success into your life. Daily rituals are not just for big goals but for keeping us healthy and prepared. There are few daily rituals that we all can share, regardless of what our professions are. Here is the list of some of the most common daily rituals practiced by highly effective people around the world. You may already have one or more of them. Meditation Most people prefer to do meditation in the early morning when it’s calm and peaceful, the air is fresh and they can prepare themselves for a good day. But you can do it at any time that works best for you and your schedule. Visualization This is an amazing technique to see the future you are going toward and prepare yourself mentally and emotionally for any challenge that might come that day for the sake of the future you envision in the morning. Planning and reviewing It’s obvious that a day that starts with a good plan works much better for you and a review at the end of the day will tell you what you can learn for the next day to improve. Reading You can read every day or every other day but as long as you keep a habit of reading regularly, you are feeding your mind proactively in order to improve your thoughts and therefore to improve your life. Exercise You can exercise as little as twenty minutes or as long as two hours depending on what is your goal for the exercise but not having the habit of exercising at least three times per week is not an option. Journaling Journaling is not for children only who would write about their days. Many great adult leaders in the past and present have had the habit of journaling. Write about your day, write about what’s in your mind and keep them for yourself, it frees your mind, clears your thoughts, and gives you a better perspective about your life. Do you have any daily ritual(s)? If yes, tell us about them and tell us what has been their impact on your life. If the answer is no, think about it and see what keeps you from not building some.
Chasing Dreams, Not Paychecks: Building a Career Fueled by Passion
We all dream of career success, but how many of us actually pursue it on our own terms? Often, we find ourselves caught in the rat race, working towards someone else’s goals while our own passions gather dust. Why is this? Fear. Fear of poverty, fear of failure, fear of falling behind – these anxieties dictate our decisions, leading us down paths that may not spark joy or fulfillment. True career success starts with passion, not fear. It’s about listening to that inner voice that whispers about what truly sets your soul on fire. But remember, it’s not just about personal gratification. It’s about using your passion to serve, to solve problems, and to leave a positive mark on the world. So, how do you find your “why”? Embark on a journey of self-discovery: With a clear personal mission and burning “why” as your compass, the path to success becomes clearer. Discipline and courage will be your tools as you navigate challenges and chase your goals. Remember, success isn’t measured by titles or salaries. It’s about waking up each day excited to contribute your unique spark to the world. It’s about leaving a legacy of positive impact, fueled by passion, not fear. Start today. Find your “why.” Build a career that sets your soul on fire and makes a difference.