We all have those days when we’re completely drained of motivation and don’t feel like doing anything. But what truly puts us on the path to growth is the decision to show up anyway. Growth isn’t created in moments of comfort; it’s built in those tough, unmotivated, and lazy moments when we choose to act regardless of how we feel.
For me, blogging twice a week is going to be a challenge. But I’ve never been one to run away from a challenge. Starting this blog isn’t just about sharing my thoughts; it’s a way to express myself, grow as an individual, and develop professionally.
While browsing Instagram recently, I came across a video that really resonated with me. It explained how people often misunderstand discipline. Discipline and consistency, it said, are built by showing up even when you don’t feel like it. Showing up doesn’t always mean executing the perfect or full version of what you planned. Sometimes, just doing the shorter, simpler version is an incredible step forward.
There are days when I just don’t feel like going to the gym. I tell myself I’m too tired, too busy, or that skipping one day won’t make a difference. But I’ve learned to push past those excuses. On those days, I tell myself, “Just go for ten minutes. If it’s terrible, you can leave.”
What always surprises me is how those ten minutes turn into an amazing workout. Once I’m there and moving, the excuses fade, and I feel so much better physically and mentally. Those moments remind me that showing up is half the work. The reward isn’t just the workout itself; it’s knowing I didn’t let my feelings hold me back.
As I strive to show up consistently in all aspects of my life, I’ve realized that it’s the hard days, the ones where you don’t feel like, that put us on the path to our true selves. It’s easy to show up when you’re full of motivation and everything feels effortless. But real growth happens when the process feels difficult, and everything seems so much harder. By pushing through those days, you prove to yourself that you’re capable of going the extra mile. These moments build resilience, discipline, and character.
When motivation fails, it’s the habits we’ve built that keep us moving forward. I plan to apply this principle to my blogging journey. If I don’t feel like writing a full blog post, I’ll start small, maybe with just an outline. Similarly, if I’m not up for a full 90-minute workout, I’ll commit to a 30-minute session instead.
One thing I’ve learned through my experiences is that showing up, no matter the scale, is how lifelong discipline is built. And that’s what I hope to create, one blog post at a time.
What about you? What’s one small step you can take today to show up for your goals? By showing up, even on tough days, you build momentum that leads to real progress.