Winning Doesn’t Feel Good
Summary
- Winning often doesn't feel good in the moment because it involves enduring a lot of hard and painful work.
- Even when people congratulate you on success, it might not feel like a success because of the discomfort endured throughout the process.
- Winning is not for everyone because it requires doing hard things over and over again, continuously putting yourself in uncomfortable situations.
- To keep winning, I had to learn to love the process of being uncomfortable and find comfort in the discomfort.
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How To Take Action
I would suggest implementing strategies to embrace discomfort as part of your growth. Begin by setting small, challenging goals that push you a bit out of your comfort zone each day. This can be something as simple as having a difficult conversation or trying a new skill. Over time, these small actions will build your tolerance and help you see discomfort as part of progress.
A good way to get used to the idea that success may not always feel good in the moment is to celebrate the small wins. After completing a challenging task, take a moment to acknowledge what you've accomplished, even if it didn't feel great as you were doing it. This can help shift your mindset to see the value in enduring hard work.
To truly keep moving forward, focus on the process rather than the end goal. Try to find aspects of the challenging journey where you can find enjoyment or pride. It could be the satisfaction of learning something new or the confidence that comes from tackling hard tasks.
Lastly, make time for reflection. Regularly review what you've done and how it felt. Reflecting can help you see patterns in where you thrive and where you struggle, giving you valuable insights to keep growing and winning. In this way, discomfort becomes a tool for learning and continuous improvement rather than a barrier.
