Good Morning,

I’ve been thinking a lot lately about the age-old question; how do “successful” people achieve greatness? Is it a special gene, a stroke of luck, or something else?

While this is certainly a complex question, I do believe there are a few commonalities we can all learn and implement into our personal journeys. Let’s take a look.

The Journey To Excellence Starts Small

Personal growth is a gradual evolution, a relentless pursuit starting from small, humble beginnings. It springs from a vision you hold of yourself, a belief in your goals, and the conviction that you deserve them.

Every giant leap in achievement begins with a tiny step forward and a willingness to move out into the unknown. Success always asks of us that we find the courage to take that first step.

Your Biggest Challenger Is Yourself

As you’re hustling and grinding towards your goals, realize that the biggest challenge you face is YOU. It’s not about the competition or anyone else—it’s about who you see in the mirror every single day. 

After all, your competition doesn’t choose whether or not you wake up early, do the work, give it your all, or adjust along the way. That’s a "you” thing.

Whether you succeed or stumble depends on the lens you decide to look through. Every morning when you wake up, you have a superpower. You choose to find the positive and the opportunity or to let negativity creep in.

You decide to be just okay or push yourself to be extraordinary. Success requires understanding that mastery over one’s self comes before anything else.

You Have To Believe It First

In a world where it’s easy to conform to others’ expectations, your strength and courage to believe in yourself sets you apart. Here’s the deal; no one is ever going to believe in you more than you believe in yourself. You have to see the finish lines before they materialize.

Even when things get tough, and it feels like you’re climbing an impossible mountain, it's your rock-solid belief in who you are and your ability to persist that ultimately paves the path to making things happen. Success can’t materialize without self-belief. 

So, as you begin your week, take some time and ask yourself the following questions:

1. What is one small step I can take towards my ideal outcome today?

2. Is there anywhere I am seeing an obstacle instead of an opportunity?

3. Am I waiting for others to convince me “it’s possible” or give me the green light?

Reply to this email with how you plan to push further into your own, personal success.

Here’s to making every day count,

Eddie

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