I’m the Number One in the World in What I Do

Summary

The author emphasizes the importance of individuality and personal journey in achieving world-class status in one's unique pursuits, advocating for self-acceptance and the pursuit of personal goals as the key to success.

Abstract

The article presents a perspective on achieving global excellence by embracing one's unique identity and avoiding comparison with others. The author, who claims to be the world's only individual with their specific combination of talents and experiences, argues that personal growth and success come from understanding and nurturing one's distinct qualities. They encourage readers to actively pursue their aspirations rather than merely dreaming about them, suggesting that this active engagement is what truly defines a person. The text also touches on the idea that inspiration and self-improvement are ongoing processes, and that each person has a unique role to fill in the world.

Opinions

The author believes that the key to their success is their refusal to compare themselves to others and their focus on their unique attributes and skills.
They quote Dr. Tim Minchin, stating that "Comparison is a poison," to reinforce the idea that comparisons are detrimental to personal success.
The author views challenges and "opponents" as beneficial, as they help in self-identification and personal growth rather than causing one to give up.
They assert that one's personal "key to success" involves a combination of internal and external factors, including personality, culture, and skillset.
The author identifies as a unique individual with a specific set of interests and experiences, claiming to be the world's greatest in their niche due to their unparalleled combination of qualities.
They express a dislike for a quote by Matthew McConaughey about chasing one's future self, yet acknowledge that it still resonates with the concept of personal development.
The author emphasizes the importance of action over passive dreaming, suggesting that without pursuit, one cannot truly claim an identity or achievement.
They encourage readers to find their own place in the world, to live fully, and to inspire others through their unique journey.
The author concludes by affirming the importance of showing up for oneself and appreciating the support of readers, highlighting the value of community and shared experiences in personal growth.

You Are

You are merely a soldier in your own unique war against the opponents of your world. Some comedians would make the analogy about dodging viruses, as Dilbert the Comic would dodge his boss. Other people would call these “opponents” more mountain ridges, not opponents.

But, whatever you refer them to yourself as, they are there to help you. Help you identify yourself, not make you give up. They are your internal factors, your external factors, the weather, your country or culture, your personality, your family or lack thereof, and your skillset.

I Am

I’m the world’s greatest neurotheology loving Liberty University Alumnus, veteran serving the military community, military nonprofit innovator but sucky fundraiser, deep-fry Oreo lover, mixer of business science and psychological sciences and psychological sciences with relationships, extrovert-forced-introvert, forgetfulist, nonfiction reader but fiction writer and storyteller, and social-media-hating mental health intellectual exposing idiocy in mental health, relationships , psychology, and everything else I have experience in on social media; who is pursuing therapy, business, or human resources.

I’m the world’s #1 in that, because I’m the only 1. The only one I might be similar to does not live in the Americas and we probably will never meet. At that point I’ll just add my height and where I’m from.

A quote that I’m not particularly fond of, but still fits,

“I’m chasing me 10 years in the future.” — Matthew McConaughey

Future

Of course, though, one would have to “pursue” and not just passively dream, or they could not say who they are. It would not be who they are. You can’t say “I’m the world’s greatest taco-loving human.” That would translate to, “the world’s laziest taco-loving human with no goals or aspirations to even love animals.” At least they could be the greatest in the world at animal-saving, southerner-marrying-yankee, taco-loving, parachute enthusiast, pianist.

No one can be me unless they add “Joshua Lyon-chasing” to their description. But then, they would still be in their own category, because 1) I’m not a cat, I don’t chase myself and 2) no one else is chasing me.

You have a spot in this great big world! Fill it. Live it! Work it! Love it! Inspire others!

I’m the Number One in the World in What I Do

This is the “key" to make that happen for you, too

You Are

I Am

Future

In Final Thoughts

Two Steps to Never Feel like You are Less than Others

Even if you are new to the [fill in the blank]

The Success Pie of Life

These are the 4 ingredients, statistically, in every success story. Here is what they are

If it’s Your Calling, What I or Anyone Says will not Matter

Just don’t quit on yourself, or your calling will only be a figment of your imagination

How Do You Define Success and Happiness?

Are they the same thing? Are they related? Are they in conjunction with one another?