Why “Trying” Is Holding You Back
At almost every seminar I give, someone tells me:
“I try to take care of myself.”
“I try to eat better.”
“I try to exercise more.”
And yet, the results rarely follow. The reason? Trying is not the same as doing.
Many people stay stuck in a cycle of “trying” without ever seeing real progress. This mindset becomes a roadblock, making it easier to justify inaction and accept failure before even starting.
If you’ve ever felt frustrated by your lack of results, it’s time to stop trying and start doing. Here’s how.
Ask Yourself the Right Questions
To break free from the “I’m trying” trap, take a step back and reflect. Ask yourself:
✔ Do I actually take care of myself, or am I just saying I try?
✔ What does taking care of myself really mean to me?
✔ Why do I even try? Is it for me, or am I doing it because I feel like I “should”?
✔ What is my real motivation? Health? Confidence? Longevity?
✔ Can I do better? And if so, what’s stopping me?
Being honest about your intentions and actions is the first step toward real change.
The Defeatist Mindset: How “Trying” Sets You Up for Failure
Saying “I’m trying” is often a built-in excuse. It allows room for failure before you’ve even started.
When you say:
🚫 “I’m trying to eat healthier,” it means you haven’t actually committed to it.
🚫 “I’m trying to work out,” it suggests inconsistency.
🚫 “I’m trying to make a change,” it leaves the door open for inaction.
This mindset keeps you in limbo. Instead of committing, you leave yourself an out—an excuse to quit when things get difficult.
Flip the Script: Shift from Trying to Doing
If you feel like you can’t do something, chances are you’re making it too complicated. The key to lasting change is simplicity and consistency.
Here’s how to shift from trying to doing:
1. Set a Simple Goal
Pick one small, realistic goal that you can stick to for a short period.
✅ Instead of “I’m trying to eat better,” say, “I will eat a protein-packed breakfast every morning.”
✅ Instead of “I’m trying to work out,” say, “I will go to the gym three times this week.”
✅ Instead of “I’m trying to drink more water,” say, “I will drink a full glass of water before every meal.”
2. Make It a New Week’s Resolution
Forget about New Year’s resolutions. They’re often too big and too long-term. Instead, focus on a new week’s resolution.
🚀 Choose a goal.
🚀 Stick with it for 5 days—no excuses.
🚀 See how you feel.
When you approach change in small, manageable steps, it becomes easier to follow through.
3. Build Consistency (Because Consistency is King)
Success doesn’t come from intensity; it comes from consistency.
Small, consistent actions will always beat big, unsustainable efforts. The more you do, the more it becomes second nature. And once you build momentum, it’s easier to keep going.
Take Action: Stop Trying and Start Doing
The difference between success and failure is action.
✅ Pick one goal.
✅ Stick to it for 5 days.
✅ Don’t try—DO.
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