In our pursuit of fitness, financial, or personal goals, it’s all too easy to fall into the trap of comparing ourselves to others. We see people who appear to have it all figured out, effortlessly making their way towards success, while we feel like we are dragging our feet and being left behind. But the truth is, every hero must start somewhere. Your starting point isn’t a setback! It’s the starting line for your journey to greatness and the person you aspire to become.
Think of yourself as the protagonist in an epic tale. The Anastasia of 50 Shades of Grey, Harry Potter in Harry Potter, and Luke Skywalker in Star Wars. You are stepping into the gym for the first time, carrying a few extra pounds and feeling self-conscious about your abilities. You might be the slowest in the workout, struggling with the lightest weights and unsure what to do. It’s natural to feel discouraged, but remember this, every hero’s journey begins with that first courageous step! Embrace where you are now, for it’s the starting point of your heroic adventure, just like a naïve college student introduced to a millionaire or two orphaned young boys not knowing what to do or where they are going.
But progress isn’t about where you start. It’s about the direction you’re headed. Starting at the beginning allows you to seize every opportunity to celebrate victories, no matter how small. Each step forward is a testament to your resilience and determination. You celebrate running just a little bit farther, lifting a little bit heavier, or simply showing up despite feeling uneasy. You have the potential to celebrate those wins like a true champion. However, just like a protagonist, the hero, if you will, you will encounter obstacles and setbacks on your journey. Moments when you feel like giving up. Moments when it seems like everyone else is surpassing you and nothing is going your way. Those anxiety-ridden moments of doubt. But remember, the only person you’re truly competing against is the person you were yesterday! Setbacks should be seen as opportunities to embrace learning and grow stronger and faster. Look at every stumble as a chance to rise again, more resilient than before, and in the hero’s narrative, these trials shape and define the character into the saviour they become.
And what about this? What if your journey isn’t just about you? What if it inspires others to embark on their own quests for greatness?
By embracing your starting point and demonstrating determination and courage, you become a beacon of hope for those struggling. Your story can motivate others to take that first step, knowing that greatness is within reach for anyone else willing to pursue it. You could be the hero they’ve been waiting for. The saviour of the rebelling forces, the wizard of all the wizards, the love who saves a young man’s millionaire heart. Someone who is making not a change to and for themselves but a change to and for others.
In conclusion, if you’re hesitating to start something new or feeling hesitant about where you are. Whether it is hitting the gym, pursuing a hobby, or chasing a long-held dream, remember this: it’s okay to be where you are right now. We all grew up inspired by the hero’s journeys of those who started from rags and became a change not only in their own destiny but the destiny of others. By embracing your starting point, you are opening up opportunities to celebrate your progress, overcome obstacles with resilience, and inspire others along the way. Your journey is unique; every step brings you closer to the extraordinary life you deserve. So, don’t wait any longer. Put on your high heels, tighten your fighter pilot helmet or jump on your broomstick. You can hold your head high and step boldly into the future. Your greatness awaits, become extra-ordinary, become yours and possibly someone else’s hero.