Have you ever felt that you needed to stay quiet about your goals or dumb yourself down in order to protect people’s feelings? No one likes a know-it-all, but there’s a big difference between an ego trip and having healthy ambition for your life.
When you have dreams you’re working toward, you may have people who try to pull the reins on your progress. They may get offended that you can’t hang out with them as much, that you start trying healthy outlets, or that you want to do more than passively watch life pass you by. Don’t let their discomfort stop your growth. Instead, aim to inspire them with your hard work and diligence. Whether they choose to follow suit isn’t up to you, just like your decision to change your life isn’t up to them.