Extraordinary People do Ordinary things.
Many people often say, "Ordinary people achieve extraordinary things." Personally, I find more resonance in the perspective, "Extraordinary people do ordinary things." This statement holds a deeper connection to the average person, guiding them toward a path of understanding how to attain greatness.
Think about individuals who have accomplished remarkable feats. Consider those you admire for their success. Many tend to believe that these exceptional individuals possess some innate, special quality or skill. However, the truth is that they are just like you and me. They made a conscious decision to dedicate themselves to honing their strengths.
Drawing inspiration from basketball, a sport I'm deeply passionate about, figures like Jordan, LeBron, and Kobe are often debated as the greatest. Yet, what unites these icons is their dedication to excellence through ordinary actions.
Michael Jordan, at one point, committed himself to taking 3,000 shots a day to refine his shooting skills. Kobe Bryant elevated this pursuit, pushing himself to take 4,000 shots and practicing up to three times daily. It's the same routine, just amplified.
As a comedian, I'm advised to write every day. Although I sometimes stumble in this endeavor, I've noticed a peculiar habit—I write on Facebook daily. I'm in the process of shifting this mindset to produce more articles for LinkedIn. This evolution in my writing isn't merely about humor; it's about embracing the art of writing and cultivating ideas.
This principle applies universally. Any achievement is a product of the quantity and frequency of one's efforts. We all have the same 1,440 minutes in a day, and how we allocate our time shapes our journey.
Are you slacking when you should be practicing a drill? Are you watching TV when you should be writing? Are you wasting precious moments on TikTok instead of reviewing plans for a new project? Personally, I confess to indulging in a two-hour TikTok binge, which I playfully call "TikTok Crack." Yet, I recognize the power within me to effect change.
People aspire to transform their lives, aiming for greater happiness and success. It's important to realize that by embracing ordinary actions, you can achieve the extraordinary. Run that extra mile, complete another set, and dedicate an additional ten minutes to writing. Experiment with a new ingredient in your recipe. Delve into another chapter for your research paper. Enroll in an optional class to expand your horizons.
Remember this: "You can be extraordinary by doing ordinary things." Embrace the concept, and watch how these seemingly mundane actions propel you to exceptional heights.