One of my weaknesses would be leaning into – not only the grind – but whatever is challenging day after day. The idea of getting comfortable with being uncomfortable is something I need to work on constantly.
I’m – just like many other human beings – always looking for the path of least resistance. The hill to coast on. The “down” time. And I know better! It’s not something I beat myself up over, but I certainly have that awareness.
I have learned many times over that the most growth I receive is in the moments of discovery. The times when I choose to challenge myself and push the envelope a bit. And even though I may complain or find those times difficult, I always look back to them with fondness.
Whether it’s deciding to run a half-marathon and training for 4 months or choosing a creative project with a deadline and working to get it right. The idea of self-inflicted pressure does the trick for me. It forces me to rise to the occasion and dig deeper.
When will I realize this is how I want to live my life on a consistent basis? And will it ever get easier? I’m not sure. Maybe that’s not important.