I still learn a lot from the sport of wrestling. I saw a meme recently that said: “Rankings do not matter. Seeding does not matter. Every match begins 0-0.” Now on the surface this speaks directly to wrestler—and perhaps other athletes, as well. There is, however, a life lesson here for all of us.
No matter our status in life, our upbringing, whether we come from privilege or poverty, we all have the opportunity to succeed. It comes down to will and desire. Yes, some might have to work harder to achieve, but success nearly always comes to the one who is willing to work harder than the next. It is easy to become complacent when one is on top, but being the “top seed” puts a mark on one’s back. The hunger can sometimes be greatest in the underdog.
Today is a new match. It starts 0-0. Yesterday has passed. There should be nothing holding us back from victory. We cannot enter the day already defeated and expect to succeed.
Don’t consider your “ranking” or “seeding”. Desire only to be your best today and be better tomorrow!
Carpe momento!