Motivation Monday: Becoming Better

“Don’t wish it was easier wish you were better. Don’t wish for less problems wish for more skills. Don’t wish for less challenge wish for more wisdom.” – Jim Rohn

   How many times have you found your life spinning out of control and you didn’t know what to do? Probably a few times. Most people want things to be easier. If only the situation was easier then everything would be different. You have to be better. You have to rise to the occasion no matter what the situation is.

   When you wish for fewer problems and challenges then you aren’t making the kind of changes that will put you in a better position to handle them. If you are struggling to find a job then learn new skills. Learn skills that make you grow then when problems arise you will be far better equipped to handle them and they won’t seem nearly as difficult. Why? Because you will know what to do.

   Wisdom is achieved by learning from your experience and other people’s experience. Make a point to educate yourself in whatever your challenge is. Find ways to solve the problem. Don’t wish for it to go away because of the person you’ll become in conquering the challenge. Too often in hoping problems and challenges go away you can miss a glorious opportunity. Many times what seems like the worst thing ever can present you with opportunities you never expected.

   Be patient. Nothing usually goes as bad as you think it will if you take the time to improve yourself. Take 100% responsibility for your life. Make it a point today to get better, learn new skills, and gain more wisdom. Then when trials and tribulations happen you will be ready.