The important question

Friend, it feels good to feel good, right?

Most of us want a life that's easy, happy, and carefree.

We want love, to look good, to make money, to be admired.

If I were to ask you what you'd want in life, those would likely be your answers.

That's practically what everyone likes.

But instead, let me ask you this:

What pain are you willing to go through?

How much suffering can you handle?

Now that's something to think about…

What are you ready to fight for?

Because that's what shapes our lives.

Everybody wants a good job and physique.

You’re not special for wanting those things.

Desire has no value here.

But despite everyone wanting it, not everyone is willing to hustle 60 hours a week, endure long commutes, deal with boring paperwork, negotiate, hit the gym, and eat healthily.

People want success without the hard work, risk, or patience it takes to get there.

They see pain as something to avoid at all costs.

But pain isn't a cost at all, it's an investment.

Avoiding pain will leave you wondering "What if?"

Happiness doesn't come easy.

You have to face struggles to find it.

Success isn't about what you want to enjoy.

It's about what you're willing to suffer for.

Life throws problems at us, and how we deal with it shapes our lives.

Learning to handle tough times is learning to handle life.

Life requires us to master these challenges.

If you want the finer things in life…

you have to be ready to bear the times that suck. 

If you want a great body…

You have to endure sweat, discomfort, early mornings, and appetite.

If you want success…

You have to accept late nights, risky business moves, and the chance of upsetting people.

Our struggles lead to our successes - that's a universal truth.

Choose your battles wisely.

Much love,

Mason from New Mentalities