Comfort is Cheap, Purpose is Priceless
Every day, we are faced with choices. These choices may look small, but they shape who we are becoming. One thing that affects our choices the most is our feelings. As humans, we are emotional beings. We feel happiness, sadness, anger, jealousy, fear, and hope. But the truth is, our feelings are not always reliable when it comes to making the right decisions.
Many people want success, a better life, and peace of mind. We want good health, strong relationships, and financial freedom. These are beautiful desires. But wanting something is not enough. The question is: what are you willing to do to get it?
Most times, we know what we should do; wake up early, study hard, work smart, eat healthy, stay focused. But instead of doing these things, we allow our feelings to speak louder. We tell ourselves, “I’m too tired,” or “I’ll do it tomorrow,” or “It’s too hard.” This is how dreams die slowly. Not because we are not talented, but because we follow our emotions instead of our purpose.
The truth is that achieving anything meaningful in life requires discipline. Discipline means doing what is necessary even when you don’t feel like it. It means saying no to temporary pleasure so you can get a lasting reward. For example, someone who wants to be fit must deny themselves junk food and exercise regularly. A student who wants to pass must read, even when others are sleeping or playing.
This is where priorities come in. Your priority is the thing you are ready to sacrifice for. If comfort is your top priority, then growth will be difficult. But if purpose is your priority, then you’ll be ready to endure some discomfort to reach your goal.
Life has a way of testing our seriousness. You can’t expect to become great without giving great effort. It’s like wanting a farm full of fruits without planting seeds. It doesn’t work that way. The mistake many people make is that they want the result but not the process. They admire successful people but are not ready to go through what those people went through.
Sometimes, we compare ourselves with others and feel bad. But instead of envy, we should ask: “What did they do differently?” and “Am I ready to do the same or even more?”
In the end, it is not your wish or intention that defines your life. It is your action. It’s not what you feel that matters most; it’s what you do despite how you feel.
So, if you want to build a good life, remember this: let your purpose guide you, not your feelings. Set clear priorities. Accept that you can’t have everything, and embrace the pain that brings progress. Because in life, actions always speak louder than words, or even emotions.