What is something that you have always wanted to do? Is it to climb a mountain, or write your own screenplay?
If there is one, why haven’t you tried it yet?
For me, I want to write a book one day, and get it published to the kindle store for others to read. This is because I love to read others work, and would be thrilled if they could experience the same joy by reading mine. The reason I haven’t done this yet is because of my fear. I am afraid that I am not linguistically skilled enough to produce a high quality fiction book; there is not enough time for me to write a book; even though there definitely is. I have made all these excuses to try and convince myself this is not the right way forward.
This is the same with other physical activities, such as going to the gym or going on a hike. You may say ” It is cold today, I don’t want to go out in case I get a cold’ . Our brain then processes this excuse, and makes a verdict on whether you should go out today and exercise, or watch the latest episode of your favourite TV show. Our minds work with us and against us.
The truth of the matter is, there is no real legitimate excuse ( besides major health issues) to not pursue what you want in life. Working a 9-5 and always feel tired? Then try to work around this; put a few hours in before and after work on your passion project. If it is something you want to pursue, then your excitement to continue becomes your motivation. Sacrifices may have to be made, to make your dreams a reality, but if it is important to you, it won’t matter as much.
We always forget how precious time is. No matter how much money you will ever own, you can never buy time back. How about we all use this blessing to the best of our ability while we can. We all only get one life, why not start living it?
If you can’t, what is your excuse?
There isn’t one.
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