Everyone wants to make a change in their life. Whether it be financial, physical, or spiritual, it is ingrained in all of us to seek improvement and growth. Though many of us desire to make a change, very few of us actually end up making that change.
We must ask ourselves what factors are limiting us from reaching our full potential?
We live in a time where virtually all information is available online and can be accessed quickly and conveniently. We have access to the information that will help us make the changes we are looking to make. So why is it so difficult for us to then actually make the changes we want in our lives?
I believe it’s a lack of community and personal guidance. Having worked as a martial arts instructor for six years, I have noticed the amazing changes many members have been able to make for themselves through the leverage of community and camaraderie.
Here’s how being part of a community can help you along the road to improvement!!!!
The first step is to take action!!!!
Now, this first step is obvious, but it’s how you choose to take action that makes it so difficult to start. Making a choice is difficult when you have all the information the world has to offer at the tip of your fingers. Aside from being overwhelmed with all the options we can make, conflicting talking points and perspectives make it all that much harder to find confidence in the decision you make. This is why having a community of like-minded individuals can be revolutionary.
Having a community of like-minded individuals allows you to get advice and guidance from those who have already walked the path you wish to take.
Helping You Find Consistency!!!
The few who take action run into the next problem. Being consistent. Consistency mainly comes from one’s level of discipline, but things like motivation and accountability from others keep our habits aligned with our goals. A community of like-minded individuals who you respect and carry admiration for will keep anybody on track. And if the idea of not being there for your partner or teammates isn’t enough. Your partners calling you out or acknowledging your absence will be all the motivation you need to get back on track.
Transcending into Leadership!!!!
Now that you have taken action and found consistency through the aid of your friends and community, you have most likely experienced growth and progress within your desired field. Now that we’ve found success and can identify with it, what will allow us to cement that growth and prevent any regressive tendencies is acquiring a leadership role or identity within your community.
It is time to take the next step!!! Playing into that leadership role will allow you to help others who are currently facing any predicaments you have conquered. Knowing that others now rely on you and see you as a leading figure will most likely build your confidence and motivate you even more to seek further growth and development.
In conclusion!!!
The world is filled with so many people and so many ways to communicate, but we can not confuse this with the power and potential that community and culture carry. There’s only so much we can accomplish by ourselves. The earlier we recognize the importance of community, the faster we will experience the personal growth we desire.
About the Author: David Camacho is a professional MMA fighter and martial arts training coach at John Wai Martial Arts in Plantation.