Go to War with Yourself to Fix Yourself

We all go through those times when your old mediocre version and your new ambitious version are at odds.

There’s a war which goes on which makes you anxious, lose temper, crib, blame others and frustrate you to the hell.

It’s time to go to war with yourself. It’s good if the war forces you to finally get tired of your own shit so that you start making a change.

To live a life of high standards, you need to face the one person that’s been holding you back: You.

Why Go to War?

First, let’s dig into why this war is necessary.

We all have two selves. One wants to lounge and take it easy. The other wants to rise, shine, and make waves. They’re often at odds. You have to fight the urge to slack off, to settle.

A war with yourself shatters the old you. And from those depths, a stronger, better and a lethal version of you emerges. This new you can live up to high standards.

Meet challenges head-on. Rise, not just live.

Benefits of the Inner Battle

- Greater Self-Control

Winning a war takes discipline. You learn to say no to shitty things. No to bad habits. No to timewasters.

You gain control of your life and start developing yourself.

- Better Focus

When you’re at war, you have to aim. And aiming takes focus.

This war trains you to keep your eye on the ultimate destination where you want to reach.

- Increased Resilience

Battles are hard. You’ll fall many times. But the war forces you to get up every time tougher and stronger.

This grit is your shield against life’s blows.

- Achieve High Standards

When you keep pushing the boundaries, you get to a point where victory means living your dream life.

It might be a better job. Healthy body. Stronger relationships.

The war forces you to win and earn these rewards.

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Steps to Elevate Your Life

Let’s move on to some real steps to live that high-standard life.

1. Self-Audit

Start with looking at yourself. Analyze yourself.

Write down your habits, good and bad. Put them in two columns.

This list is your battlefield.

You need to fight those urges which stop you from taking action.

2. Set Clear Goals

You can’t win a war without a plan. So, set clear goals.

And make sure they’re SMART — Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound.

Without any timeline, the plan only remains a plan.

It does not become an achievable goal.

3. Prioritize

You’ve got your goals, but which is one you are most passionate about? Which is your top priority? Figure it out.

The big ones might take time but don’t ignore the small battles.

They add up to big wins.

4. Take Action

Reading about everything is mental masturbation. You need to start taking massive action to actually get the things done.

Want to get fit? Hit the gym. Today. Not tomorrow.

Each step you take is a small win in your war.

Don’t hold yourself back.

5. Track Progress

Keep track of the battles you win and lose. They’ll exactly show you what you need to change to move faster towards achieving your goals.

But when you win, celebrate the victories, no matter how small.

Learn from the losses too. Don’t sulk and feel negative about yourself.

6. Seek Help

You don’t have to fight alone. Seek advice, read books, listen to experts. Team up with people who make you better.

Learn from mentors who will help you to rise higher in life.

7. Never Settle

This war doesn’t have an end date. Always strive for more.

Keep learning and growing.

Never settle for “good enough.”

You are made to achieve greatness in life.

Going to war with yourself is the secret sauce to a life of high standards. It won’t be easy. But it’ll be worth it.

You’ll grow in ways you never thought possible.

Believe in yourself and be the champion of your own life.