Pushing Towards Greatness
Pushing ourselves out of our comfort zones can be challenging, but it is the key to unlocking our potential and achieving our goals. We will shed some light on the significance of feeling the burn and how it can help us continue to focus on growth.
If you have been following our show, you know this season focuses on self-improvement, personal growth, and striving to become the best version of oneself daily.
Question 1: What does it mean to feel the burn?
Experiencing the burn is an expression that often characterizes the uneasy or painful feeling we encounter when we surpass our boundaries. While it is frequently associated with physical activity, it can also apply to other aspects of our existence, such as self-improvement, interpersonal connections, and professional undertakings. In addition, feeling the burn is a tell-tale sign that we are determined to reach our aspirations, even when confronted with challenges.
What are you willing to fight for, and Why is it important to feel the burn?
It is a great desire for each individual to succeed, translating into something different for each person. However, hard work and dedication to excellence are required on this journey.
Our colloquial Jamaican wise proverbs as our Mind-Reset Quote for today.
If you want good, your nose has to run.
Meaning: In order to gain success, you have to work hard.
If yuh waan good yuh nose haffi run Author unknown
One way is to focus on the benefits of pushing ourselves toward our goals. We can remind ourselves of the accomplishment and pride in achieving something once challenging. Another way to embrace discomfort is to practice mindfulness and self-compassion. By acknowledging our pain and treating ourselves with kindness, we can reduce the impact of negative emotions and build resilience.
Carlos Castenada once said, "We could either make ourselves miserable or we make ourselves strong. The amount of work is the same."