top of the mountain

How do you get to the top of a mountain? I'm pretty sure it's by climbing. And climbing is never easy.  So why are people so afraid of putting in work to get there?  I mean, sure winners on American Idol see immediate results but are few and far between when compared to the number of people who have to actually work for a long time before seeing any results.

Nothing worth having is ever given to you. The majority of people have to work for it.  If you are book smart, you have to sudy and read.  OK so bring up Einstein as a genius.  Name 9 other geniuses you know.  Now name 10 smart people you know.  Odds are, naming 10 smart people you know is easier than naming 10 geniuses. 

Actors.  You probably think they just landed an amazing role and started out there but if you watch older movies, most of the time you will see them as extras or playing a minor role as a child or teen.  The point is they weren't just given that amazing role.  They had to put in the hours and work up to it.

So if you want to get to the top of your mountain, I suggest you climb, claw, and work your way up regardless of the extra unnoticed hours you put in or the hours of sleep you lose.  If you don't keep moving forward, how will you ever reach the top?

And who knows, once you reach the top of your mountain, you may see a higher mountaintop you'd rather be on. So keep climbing and never stop.  It's the best way to live life!