Not very long ago, if you wanted to compete for a decent job, or even for a spouse, all there was to worry about was competition in the local community. Now thanks to the Internet, you’re competing with the entire country. Soon, you’ll be competing with the entire world. Don’t dismiss this, it’s already happening. Millions of people in developing countries are learning English- and not just for the fun of it. They want their shot at the American Dream.
In my very humble opinion, life in these United States could soon diverge into two very broad classes: Those that want someone to take care of them because they can’t compete in a global playing field- and those that have learned the discipline to take matters into their own hands and do what they have to do to succeed- by disiplining themselves physically first. This is why I’m suggesting it would be a good time to get on top of your game in all parts of life. [Unless of course you think things are somehow going to get less competitive in the future.]
I’m not trying to get political here, however, I can imagine few worse fates than this: Standing in line and having the government decide how big of a piece of the pie they think I deserve [or how big of a piece they think they can afford to dish out]. Would you call that freedom? I’d call it being a slave to the consequences of your actions. I’m really going to risk offending a few people here, but think about this: Many employers now have a global workforce to choose from. Let’s say we get lucky and a job opening comes down to two American candidates. Everything is equal, except for one thing. One candidate is fit and the other is seventy overweight.
If both applicants had the same qualifications [and health care costs weren’t even factored in] who do you think will be hired? Who would you hire? In my opinion the person that looked more disciplined would get the job. Discipline says hard working. Discipline says integrity. Fat may not be lazy, however many people perceive it that way. I’m not trying to upset you! I’m not saying it’s fair! I just want you to think about the big picture. Maybe I’m totally wrong. Heck, I almost hope I’m wrong. I’d have no problem being totally off base on this one.
However, if you think there’s the slightest possibly I could be right. Then think about life twenty or thirty years from now- and get on top of your game physically right now. Doing that will get you on top of your mental game faster than anything. And do it before it becomes obvious that’s what everyone who doesn’t want to be in the pie handout line realizes that’s exactly what they have to do. Think about it, if you don't have the disipline to pass up a soda- are you really all that ready to handle everything the future might throw at you?
What do you have to lose? Worst case you transfrorm your future into what you want it be. Best case, you're prepared for a more challanging life.
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