Happy New Year: Become the Legend you were always meant to be!
The Four Lion Kings
With so much uncertainty in the world, it's easy to forget that life is a journey. It's not meant to be lived in one place - it's meant to be explored and experienced. Don't settle for less. Life has so much to offer, and you're missing out by settling!
We can all find inspiration and motivation from those who have overcome obstacles and achieved success regardless of the odds stacked against them. Heroes, GOATS, and Legends epitomize this attitude; they are our role models for what true potential can look like.
Here are 5 ways to not settle on your dreams:
"Success is the progressive realization of a worthy ideal."
1. Set ambitious goals and strive to reach them – the concept of not settling means pushing the boundaries of what is possible, so think big and never settle for mediocrity.
"You become what you think about most, but you also attract what you think about most."
2. Follow inspirational role models – take inspiration from those who have achieved greatness, and use their stories as a source of motivation to keep going and never give up on your dreams.
"If you don't design your own life plan, chances are you'll fall into someone else's plan. And guess what they have planned for you? Not much."
3. Make a plan and stick with it – having a clear roadmap will help you stay focused and avoid getting distracted by any obstacles that come your way.
“We become what we think about all day long."
4. Believe in yourself – have faith in yourself, no matter how tough things may seem; if you can see the potential in your dream, then hold onto that vision!
"Success is the sum of small efforts repeated day in and day out."
5. Celebrate progress along the way – every step you take towards achieving your goal should be celebrated, as it brings you closer towards living the life of your dreams!
Living life to the fullest requires us to never give up and continuously strive for greatness, no matter what challenges come our way. Don't be afraid to dream big; if we don't settle, there are no limits on how far we can go!
This New Year is your chance to start fresh – let nothing hold you back from achieving your goals and becoming the Legend you were always meant to be!
The Lion Vision
Bonus: 🪙
As a bonus, for sticking with me until the end, I'd love to share with you some incredible people whose insight and advice were invaluable in creating this article. Not only did they help shape my work, and their wisdom can also shape your endeavors! That of David J. Schwartz's and Earl Nightingale.
Are you ready to achieve your dreams and take control of your destiny? Embark on the journey of success and inner growth with David J. Schwartz's The Magic of Thinking Big (1987).
According to Schwartz (1987), one key point for thinking big is to believe in yourself and your capabilities. He states,
"Believing in yourself is the most important prerequisite for success" (p. 11).
Additionally, Schwartz (1987) emphasizes the power of positive thinking, noting that successful people
"Visualize the solutions they want before they come into existence" (p. 23).
Lastly, he suggests that you take action despite any fear or discomfort by stating,
"Don't let fear paralyze you; do it afraid if necessary" (p. 46).
These three points from Schwartz's (1987) book The Magic of Thinking Big offer readers advice on how to achieve their goals and be successful.
Nightingale's The Strangest Secret focuses on the power of positive thinking and how it can help one achieve success.
By learning to believe in yourself, to think big, and have faith that good things will happen, you can open up a world of possibilities and manifest your dreams.
With this simple yet powerful message, Nightingale encourages readers to seize every opportunity and take control of their lives.
These books are full of incredible insights and knowledge that can help you unlock the potential within and go beyond what you thought was even possible. Follow the advice of these iconic figures and be inspired to reach for something bigger!
References:
Schwartz, D. J. (1987). The magic of thinking big. Abridged edition. New York, NY: Fireside Books.
Nightingale, E. (1960). The Strangest Secret. New York, NY: Fireside Books.