By David Tepera, February 9, 2022
Every day is a battle because things must be accomplished. The world will not hold still and wait on you. If you don’t step into the ring, then you’ve already lost the fight.
There are a variety of battles each of us encounter each day. They are specific to our lifestyles.
Some examples are obesity and health conditions, workplace competition, bad relationships, of course, sports and so on.
Whatever your situation may be, if you really want to win the battle, then turn it into a war. War requires strategy with specific game planning. You must be all in, or you’ll lose.
I must repeat that last statement. To win the war, you must be all in — not sometimes or every once in a while. No — all in — all the time.
When Tina and I wanted to win our pro cards in physique competition, we trained for two years, seven days a week. Back then, it wasn’t easy because I was 55 years old. As you know, we won that war.
Think about every diet plan you’ve been on. Why do you keep losing that battle? It’s because you didn’t go to war by putting in a proper plan to become successful.
Remember, it’s OK to lose some battles, but in the end, you will win the war. Just remember to utilize the lessons of battles lost. So, keep your head high and continue punching.
If you own a business, who or what is your competition? What’s keeping you from taking it to another level? Maybe it’s time to regroup, replan and go to war.
If you’re an employee, what’s your war plan to get to a management position? Your work ethic will help you be chosen over other coworkers for a promotion. Step up your game.
If you’re an athlete, are you happy sitting on the bench? Do you only show up for practice and games? Do you lift weights on your own time? Do you improve your knowledge through books and videos of other teams and athletes playing in your position? Quit blaming the coach for your lack of playing time.
Now, let’s take today as a decision to quit losing battles. Accept that this is a part of our daily lives and start swinging with some haymakers. Don’t give up, and keep your game face on.
Remember, when someone or something wants to battle, give them war.