Today is one of those days I’ve had a hell of a time getting myself going. I woke up questioning what I was doing and whether I should give up and try something else or go back to my 9 to 5.

I hate that feeling. You?

After some sombre soul-searching, I decided to persevere. And it got me thinking …

Comfort zones feel safe, but they’re traps. Growth never lives where it feels easy.

• Comfort: The silent killer of ambition.

• Resistance: Proof you’re on the edge of change.

• Courage: Taking the first step anyway.

What would happen if you stretched?

It won’t feel good at first. Growth is awkward, messy, and uncomfortable. But that’s where the magic is — just past the point where you want to quit.

I’ve played it safe before, telling myself I wasn’t ready. Spoiler alert: I wasted time I couldn’t get back.

If you’re scared, you’re on the right track.

Discomfort is the doorway to growth.