Navy Seals have a test called the Underwater Knot Tying Test. Each potential Seal must pass this test to continue with their training.
In the test, they must tie five knots, one at a time, while underwater. Once one knot is tied and the instructor confirms it was done correctly, they return to the surface for a breath and then go back under to do the second knot.
This process goes on until all 5 knots are successfully tied.
One day a recruit was underwater working on his 5th knot. He had tried unsuccessfully to pass this test before, so he was under a lot of pressure to get it right this time.
As he struggled to finish the last knot, he ran out of air and drowned!
They pulled him out of the water, started CPR, and within 90 seconds, he spat up water and breathed again.
The instructor is on his chest as the recruit comes to, and the first thing out of his mouth is, did I pass?
The instructor told him the test was NOT about getting all the knots correct BUT to SEE HOW FAR ARE YOU WILLING TO GO!
“You were willing to drown to complete your mission…YOU PASSED”!
What will it take to be the best at something you want to achieve in your life?
What will it take to become a winner, a champion, or the best?
It will be a willingness to go farther than you think you can!
It will take everything!
How Far are YOU willing to go to pursue your purpose?
I hated every minute of training, but I said, “Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion”
Mohammad Ali
You were created with NO Limitations.
You have NO Boundaries!
We limit what we are truly capable of by our fear, stinkin thinkin, and allowing others to talk us out of achieving our real potential.
There was a time in my life that I wanted to play in the NFL.
This dream caused me to put off vacations for years, work out when I was in pain and sick, and miss a lot of parties with friends.
How Far are You Willing to Go?
How hard are you willing to work today to achieve your goals, realize your dreams, and fulfill your purpose?
What are you willing to give up becoming what God created you for?
These are just some of the things it will cost you:
Sleep, TV, Parties, Some Friendships, Hobbies, Vacations, Poor Eating habits, Alcohol, Social Media, Games, and Comfort.
How Far are You Willing to Go?
Find Your Passion…Find Your Life!