I saw a really inspiring post by Clint Murphy across on X.
Beautifully simple, yet profoundly deep.
The mantra “Life is Simple” rings in the ears of every dreamer, doer, and daring spirit out there.
It’s like the universe handed us the cheat code to the game of life, but instead of up, up, down, down, left, right, left, right, B, A, it whispered, “To be something, Do It.”
Let’s break down this magical potion, ingredient by ingredient, and see how it brews the elixir of achievement.
The Simplicity in Action
At first glance, “If you want to be a runner, run. If you want to be a writer, write. If you want to be a creator, create,” might sound like advice so straightforward that it borders on naïve.
Yet, that’s its genius.
It’s not dressed in frills or buried in complexity.
It’s the equivalent of looking at the mountain you wish to scale and taking the first step upward.
No map, no compass, just a clear destination.
Imagine you’re standing at the base of Mount Entrepreneurship, eyes fixed on the peak where the flag of Success flutters in the wind.
The path? Doing.
The gear? Your inherent talents and the skills you cultivate along the way.
The 80% Philosophy
The assertion that “simply doing it will get you 80% of the way there” is not just a pep talk.
It’s grounded in the principle that action always leads to progress.
In the realms of running, writing, or creating, the act of doing propels you from the realm of wishful thinking into the tangible world of being and becoming.
Consider the runner.
With each stride, they transform from someone who runs to a runner.
Their identity shifts with their actions.
This transition doesn’t require a marathon medal; it’s born in the daily commitment to lace up and hit the pavement.
For the writer, each word typed, scribbled, or thought out loud weaves the fabric of their writer’s identity.
It’s not the published novel or the viral blog post that crowns them a writer but the relentless pursuit of expression, one word at a time.
And the creator?
Ah, the creator dances in the realm of ideas, bringing visions to life.
Whether it’s art, music, inventions, or businesses, the act of creating, of bringing something new into existence, is their badge of honor.
Beyond the 80%
Now, if doing gets you 80% of the way there, what about the remaining 20%?
This slice of the pie is reserved for refinement, mastery, and the fine-tuning of your craft.
It’s where talent meets technique, where passion is polished by practice.
This phase is crucial but not as daunting as it seems, for the journey from 80% to 100% is fueled by the momentum of the first 80%.
The Ripple Effect
The beauty of this philosophy extends beyond personal growth; it ripples into the world, inspiring others to embark on their journeys of becoming.
When you run, write, or create, you emit a beacon of possibility, encouraging others to step into their own arenas.
Embracing the Journey
Remember, the path from doing to being is not a linear sprint but a marathon filled with highs, lows, and unexpected detours.
It’s in these moments, when the path feels uncertain and the destination distant, that the mantra “Life is Simple” serves as a north star, guiding us back to the core of our aspirations.
So, dear aspiring entrepreneur, creator, artist, or dreamer, the message is clear: Start. Do. Be.
The world awaits not just the fruits of your labor but the story of your journey, the testament to the power of doing.
And as you embark on this adventure, remember to enjoy the scenery, for it’s in the act of doing that life unfolds in its most vibrant colors.
Life, indeed, is simple.
To be something, just do it.
And in doing, discover not just who you are, but who you can become.