Commitment Is a Superpower. Use it.

Commitment is a superpower because it turns the impossible into the inevitable. When you're committed, really committed, the universe starts to conspire with you, not against you. It's the difference between a spark and a wildfire—one is a fleeting glimmer, the other an unstoppable force.

Yet, many don't harness this power. They dip their toes in the water but never dive.

Why?

Fear, distractions, the seduction of a safety net. But what if they channeled their energy into their commitment instead of their safety? The safety net doesn't bring you closer to your goals; the relentless pursuit does.

For those standing on the edge of commitment, here's what to do: start small. Don't look at the mountain and freeze; take the first step.

Then another. Let each step remind you why you started. Break down the barriers. Make a pact with yourself that you're not just trying; you're doing.

Remember, commitment isn't about having a perfect plan. It's about taking imperfect action. It's showing up, making the most of what you have, where you are. It’s about focus, not balance. You don’t need to balance a thousand things; you just need to focus on the few that matter most.

For those who haven't used commitment to get what they want, redefine what commitment means to you. It's not a prison. It's the wings on which your dreams will take flight. Make it a practice, like brushing your teeth, something you do daily without fail.

There's no room for 'later.' 'Later' is where dreams go to die. Instead, live in the 'now.' Commit to taking action now, improving now, succeeding now.

Every moment you're not committed is a moment you're not on the path to success.

Commitment is your superpower; wield it, and watch as the world shifts beneath your feet. Because once you're committed, truly committed, you won't just move mountains—you'll climb them, one committed step at a time.

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Jef Menguin