The purpose of my post, however, was to speak at a slightly “higher” level than that. We tend to use our circumstances as a crutch to define what we can and cannot do.

For example, many people working a day job have dreams of starting their own company. They may be telling themselves the story of “I am stuck in this job because of my family obligations,” or something similar. This could be true, but often, the reason we make up for ourselves isn’t the real reason. There is always some fear present behind the external reason. We are afraid of stepping out of our comfort zone to achieve our goals.

Doing things such as getting a trainer or piano teacher are things that directly prompt action towards a goal and are exactly the kinds of things I count under “action.” Research or thinking about it includes talking about it at a dinner party, dreaming about it in the shower, reading books and articles while months and months pass by without anything truly changing.

Thus, “spend twice the time on action and half the time on research.” We usually already know what really needs to be done, whether that means finding help or starting on your own.

Nimit

finding inspiration is super important… it’s not about the research, but the fodder itself is enough to excite people into doing something.

didn’t you tell me you use a personal trainer now? don’t you already know what it takes to get pythons of steel?