If you don't challenge yourself to reach new heights, you will never really know what you're truly capable of.
If you persistently make excuses, then you may very well succumb to the following consequences:
These consequences certainly don't result in a very fulfilling lifestyle. In fact, they paralyze us and prevent forward movement in all areas of our lives.
To overcome your excuses, you must first admit that you're making them in the first place. This can, of course, be difficult. However, it's entirely necessary if you want to avoid succumbing to the inevitable consequences. Ask yourself:
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