[All-year-round] Be The BEST VERSION Of Yourself
In the NBA, Jimmy Butler, one of the league's top-tier players, makes the competition more wary of him WHEN the NBA tournament reaches the playoff phase because by then, he gets dubbed as 'PLAYOFF JIMMY'. Meaning, during the playoff phase, competition gets more threatened because he shows up in his BEST VERSION. A month ago, when he was angling for a contract renewal, Pat Riley, the revered Miami Heat 'godfather' stomped his foot down and chimed, he wants to see in Jimmy an [All-year-round] The BEST VERSION Of himself. That stopped the conversation then and there, and now Jimmy has to prove [All-year-round] To Be The BEST VERSION Of Yourself [NOT just during playoffs]๐๐๐
True, everyone wants to become the BEST VERSION of themselves BUT few actually do it. More often, the wish does NOT match the outcome and the results. It's because we are our WORST ENEMY when it comes to achieving success, chasing our dreams, and living a life that's filled with passion and purpose. Worse, some of us are self-destructive without realizing it and others are conscious of the fact, but lack the tools or knowledge in order to improve๐ง๐ง๐ง
BUT regardless, most of us are unaware that we do have habits that continually get into the way of becoming a success in our endeavors. So, WHAT does the BEST VERSION of yourself mean? The definition itself can be subjective because your own version may NOT be the same as your family or close friends. Considering this, DON'T give in to the temptation of comparing yourself with others. BUT instead, remember your personal definition of your BEST VERSION is WHAT matters, period๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ
Additionally, your BEST VERSION does NOT need to be the same thing forever. Over time, even your very own definition of your BEST VERSION will evolve and change in all areas of your life. So, DON'T even be hesitant to be flexible because as you thread along, you could be moving your goal posts, levelling up and challenging yourself to take aim for the next level. Generally, your BEST VERSION means taking control of your life. WHEN you call the shots, you become more empowered to make decisions towards your happiness. More than that, let us remember that our BEST VERSION does NOT always mean winning OR prevailing over the field OR competition❌❌❌
Our takeaway: Even if you ask your partner/spouse, family or close coterie of friends, everyone will tell you that UNLOCKING your BEST VERSION is NEVER an overnight process. It could even take donkey years. For some, it takes decades. For a few, it takes a lifetime before he/she reaches his/her BEST VERSION. Just brace yourself for the ride and enjoy your journey to be your BEST VERSION❗❗❗