The majority wake up every morning trying to avoid failure at all cost, believing if they don’t fail, they instantly become successful. THE OPPOSITE IS TRUE! The most highly successful people in history have learned it’s because of their failure, they reached epic levels. I challenge you to not only embrace failure, but invite it!
(Below is from “Fail Up,” written by Tavis Smiley).
She felt MORE energetic after waking up earlier. It becomes addicting getting out of bed before the sun rises, knowing you’re working harder and putting in more hours than, not only your competition, but your old self!
I challenge you to step outside of your comfort zones and challenge your fears. Stop settling for the same average routine, hoping something will change. MAKE IT CHANGE!
Erica’s reppin the 1% Lifestyle! She’s an example of what happens when you stop talking about it, and start living it – waking up every morning, dedicated to separating herself from any and all things average!
If you’re always ready, you won’t have to GET ready!
You’ll ultimately be defined by your ability to withstand obstacles! Raise your bar higher than the 99% can fathom!
Luc sent me this at 5:50 am! He’s committed to never again be out worked. 99% of 16 year olds, especially in the summer, are sleeping in, but he knows: They sleep, he wins!
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The key to your future isn’t how much success you have, but rather, the types of failures you encounter.
Are you failing worse or better? Are you failing backwards or forwards? Mistakes play a huge role in your ultimate success, but what types of mistakes have you been making? Are you repeating the same ones over and over, or are you continuously experimenting and risking?
Fail better!
This is a text a student sent me, frustrated with the beginning of his professional athletic career. He’s realizing the struggle and pain needed to endure isn’t a dream – it’s real, and is what separates the ones who make it from the ones who talk about what if …
Whatever your situation, know that your struggle is temporary, but it will test your commitment and dedication to the process!
The next time you think about quitting because “it’s too hard,” remember this picture!
Struggle defines character – do you have what it takes to battle beyond pain, or will you stop short of your dreams? No more excuses. Stop whining about why it’s too difficult. Create a detailed future visual and commit every ounce of your hunger to not stopping until it manifests!
Shed tears if you have to, scream in frustration if you have to, but NEVER STOP!
Meet Story Cummings – center for Team USA!
This kid is a beast, and is totally immersed in the 1% Lifestyle. No one will out work him – there’s no doubt we’ll be reading about him in the future, playing in a huge collegiate program.
Tweet him @StroyCummings. Here’s an example of his mentality: “When everything on your body hurts, but all you can think about is grinding harder, you’re in the right place.”
BOOM!
Huge congratulations to 1% Family member and Northwestern’s #1 golfer, Jack Perry, for being named All American!!
His physical talent has never been questioned, but he’s now committed to the 1% Lifestyle and the sacrifices needed to take it past “really good” status – he’s now reached “great,” but isn’t satisfied. In a recent text, he said, “I was named All American, which is cool, but I WILL do better!” THAT’S the 1% Mindset – never settling!
His long term guarantees include winning multiple Majors on the PGA Tour. He’s not just hoping to make it on Tour, he wants to break records. Most would say that’s too high of an expectation … we say it’s already done … all that’s left is to show the world what it looks like!