Transforming the way you see the world

I just completed reading a book called, The Obstacle Is The Way, by Ryan Holiday. It is a simple yet profound outline of the power of the obstacles that we inevitably face in our lives. The majority of people in the world do not see obstacles as necessary strength and character builders. In the book, Holiday gives many great examples of people who used their circumstances to elevate their abilities and capacities rather than have the circumstances use them, victimizing and paralyzing them. In order to grow and evolve, discomfort is a necessary component. If you’re not getting uncomfortable than you’re not growing. One of my favorite quotes elucidates this truth: There is no growth in your comfort zone; no comfort in your growth zone. It is not possible to get stronger muscles lifting light weights that do not overload you and cause discomfort and pain. It is not possible to get better at playing guitar as a beginner unless the tips of your fingers bleed and callous.