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The Brutal Truth About "I Can't"

ONE QUESTION
How much time and energy do you spend trying to keep things the same when in truth, they’ve already changed?
ONE THING TO PONDER
Boredom and Consistency are the taxes we pay for sustainable and long-term success.
ONE PERSPECTIVE
Don’t doubt your ability, question your commitment.
Most of us aren't facing an ability crisis – we're facing a commitment crisis.
When was the last time you told yourself "I can't" when what you really meant was "I'm not ready to commit to what it takes"?

There's a world of difference between these two statements, and understanding this distinction could be the key to unlocking your potential. And, also having some compassion for yourself.
Have you ever noticed how doubt creeps in? It doesn't knock politely – it sneaks through the window uninvited, raids our mental fridge, and makes itself comfortable on the couch. And we accept it as truth.
Let it be a conscious choice rather than a doubt or fear not to pursue something.
I truly believe that all people are capable of great things, yet too often we doubt ourselves in our ability to do something, rather than being honest with the level of commitment it takes to achieve that goal.
The willingness and commitment to:
- Build the skills to be elite
- To have patience for results
- To ignore the critics, present company included
It's not a matter of ability in most cases, it's a matter of willingness to become that person.
There are times I've had to press pause on certain ambitions, not because I couldn't achieve them, but because true success demands focused attention on fewer targets.
You are no different. Now it’s time to make decisions with alignment.
Your relationships need more hyper focus.
Your business needs more hyper focus.
Your health needs more focus.
Your wealth needs more focus.
Success and mastery is about doing less things, but doing them more often.
More focus doesn't mean more goals, more focus means less goals that are hyper focused on what matters - you can do anything you want, you just can't do everything.
Your potential isn't the limiting factor – your willingness to commit is the only real ceiling.
Every time you say ‘yes’ to one thing, there is a ‘no’ that is riding shotgun.
The real question is do you know what you’re now saying no to to support your yes?
I’ll see you along the way!
Onward and upward!
PS - What goal have you been telling yourself you "can't" achieve? Try reframing it: Are you truly unable, or just not ready to commit to the journey? The answer might surprise you.

PODCAST
The 5 Types of Wealth: Sahil Bloom On Why Time, Friends, Mind & Body Always Come Before Money
The Rich Roll Podcast
Please listen to this one. The real stuff starts at about 25 minutes in. There is significant wisdom that lies in the very basics of life. His perspective of time is profound, and also gives us permission in different stages of life to acknowledge that we don’t need to grind our whole life to max out every area. I highly recommend this for a listen! |
BOOK RECOMMENDATION
The Four Agreements
by Don Miguel Ruiz
![]() | It’s been quite some time since I read this book, but it’s foundational principles are timeless
When you get these things right, it’s amazing both the people and your results that show up in your world. |
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