Yesterday when leaving the gym with my wife, a bodybuilding mentor of mine came over to briefly talk. Mind you, this is a man who not only competes, but often wins or places very high in body-sculpting amateur shows around the country. So, when he said he’d noticed my increase in muscle size, it confirmed that the past several months of working out had resulted in success.
And made me realize today’s best practice is absolutely true…
“The seeds you plant today, reap the biggest harvest tomorrow.”
Translated
“Avoid seeking instant gratification, because the work you put in today will provide greater results in the future.”
Far too often, we fall into the trap of seeking a smaller reward now to satisfy an instant need, only to feel dissatisfied when we receive our prize.
*** The reason is that to obtain what we truly want and to be who we truly want to be often means substantial change and substantial effort. If we want the outcome now, we haven’t given ourselves time to complete the work necessary to garner the ultimate reward. ***
It’s really that simple.
Whether you want to transform your body, earn a larger income, create better relationships with loved ones or any other massive, lasting change, the decisions can be made in an instant. The outcomes however, will often take a lot longer to achieve.
Steel yourself to put in the work now and be satisfied with each small success, knowing they’re paving the way toward the larger goal that will transform your life.
Make today better than yesterday, but not as great as tomorrow!
Chris Errington is a husband, dad, writer, seeker of truth and fervent believer in the power of utilizing best practices to live a more balanced and enjoyable life. When I’m not coaching Little League baseball, rooting for the Steelers and West Virginia University or desperately attempting to grow grass in the front/back yards, I’m working my plan to live my ultimate goal – Writing remotely from the deck of a 32-foot sloop while sailing throughout the Caribbean. Getting my wife to agree is another matter entirely.
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