Four reasons that people live mediocre lives
You probably live an average life. Not that there is anything wrong with that – if mediocrity is what you want. If you disagree with me, then look around at the people you associate with. Are you like them? Are they extraordinary? Are you extraordinary?
- Where did you vacation last year? Was it a “once-in-a-lifetime” experience for you and your family?
- What is your income level? Are you making about the same as everyone else you know?
- What do you do to relax?
The questions could go on and on, but my point is this: Your life is basically like the lives of those people you consider to be your friends. You are, in all likelihood, a member of the status quo – the “great” majority – the massive workforce that keeps America churning along. In essence, you are average.
I have probably offended someone because everyone likes to think that they are unique. You are unique, but how you live your life is not. Why?
1. You live a mediocre life because that is what you want.
The vast majority “buys into” the herd mentality, which effectively stifles their uniqueness. It is much easier and more comfortable to blend in than it is to stand out. Most people believe:
- The head that is sticking up above the crowd is likely to be chopped off.
- Go along to get along.
- Don’t make waves.
Rather than stand apart and defend our distinction, most people will humbly plod through life, never approaching their true greatness. But that is your choice.
2. People live mediocre lives because they have no goals.
Ask your friends to show you their goals. They are likely to start telling you all the things that they hope to accomplish or what they want to do with their lives. However, these are not goals, these are their dreams.
Goals are always written down. Real goals can be seen because they are recorded.
What are your goals? If you don’t have any, then don’t feel bad, neither do 95% of the population. See, you are “just like everybody else”. Oh, by the way, the other 5% (that have written goals) – they own about 96% of the wealth in America.
I guess to have more – you must be different.
3. People can’t rise above mediocrity because they lack the power of focus.
Have you ever watched a child that has become obsessed or determined to accomplish some feat or task? They try and they fail. They try again and they fail again. They keep this up until they succeed. Why do they succeed?
- They don’t allow their failures to be final.
- They don’t quit because they failed.
- Their failures do not define them. Their persistence does.
- They were focused on achieving a specific task.
Most people have forgotten this ability to focus on the task at hand and allow themselves to be easily distracted. Overweight people would like to lose weight and be in better shape, but are distracted by:
- TV
- fast food
- stress
Middle class wage earners would like to elevate themselves to a higher income bracket, but they are distracted by:
- TV
- keeping up with the jones
- credit card debt
If the lack of focus is a problem for you, then don’t feel bad. You can discuss it with your bowling buddies, bridge group or the fellas down at the bar. I’m sure they will sympathize with you.
4. Most people have very poor time management skills.
Your most valuable asset is your time. How do you use it? If you are like most people, it just kind of slips through your fingers. You never really know where the time has gone, yet you have little to show for it. For most people, their time flies by like a series of random events. You may not value your time today, but one day you will.
Each day you are given 24 hours to use as you see fit. Common sense tells you that if you take the time to plan your use of the available time, then you will get the most from it. Do you plan your day?
If you expect to do more with your life – to achieve your potential, then you must do the things that will guarantee your impending greatness. Find someone who has achieved the goals that you desire to reach and follow their example. Better yet, contact them and ask them to mentor you.
You will never approach greatness while a member of the “herd”. You must think, act, speak and be different. Remember:
MEDIOCRITY IS NOT ACCEPTABLE!
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Great post. You have a good message. I really agree with reason number 1.
I appreciate your input. It is rewarding to know that your thoughts are striking a cord.
Yes, mediocrity is not acceptable. Of course, we must also be wary of falling prey to workaholism, where we fool ourselves into thinking we’re approaching something by filling our time with busy work, like 95% of the populace. Work smarter, not harder. Our greatest work of art is ourselves, so remember self-cultivation leads to greatness of being, that ultimate greatness.