One of the biggest mistakes we can make is tying our identity to one thing.
One job. One hobby. One title. One relationship. One accomplishment.
It might feel safe.
But it isn’t.
When your entire identity rests on one thing, you become fragile.
Lose the job…
Who are you?
Get injured and can’t play your sport anymore…
Who are you?
Your kids grow up and move out…
Who are you?
A relationship ends…
Who are you?
Life changes.
It always does.
That’s why it’s dangerous to build your identity around something that can be taken away.
Become a well-rounded human instead.
Learn new skills. Pick up new hobbies. Read books. Lift weights. Run. Build something. Teach. Volunteer. Learn an instrument. Write. Travel.
Become curious. Become adaptable.
The funny thing is, the more dimensions your life has, the stronger each one becomes.
You’re no longer just a lifter.
You’re also a father. A friend. A craftsman. A teacher. An entrepreneur. A student. A creator.
If one chapter changes, the whole book doesn’t end.
You simply turn the page.
That’s freedom.
Guiding Principle
Don’t be a one-trick pony.
Something to Ponder
Have you become a bit one-dimensional? Why not try something new, build a new skill, and create new opportunities for yourself?
See You In the Arena
This week is just about over. Next week is just about here. Let’s keep building.
Brick by brick.