The most powerful thing you can do right now is lock in and actually change your life. Not talk about it. Not plan it. Do it. The comeback you are capable of is not just for you. It sets a standard for everyone watching and everyone who comes after you.
My entire life changed when I realized that anything above zero compounds. That showing up consistently matters more than showing up perfectly. That small things become big things. Never allow optimal to get in the way of beneficial.
Underrated life advice: Always default to praise of people who aren’t in the room. The way you talk about someone who’s not in the room is a loud signal about the energy you carry. Say something kind. Specific. Or nothing at all. Negativity does more harm to you than anyone else.
Attention span and focus are going to be the next big things. Most people have already lost their ability to focus deeply. So use that advantage. Read books. Learn philosophy. Watch meaningful movies. Read thoughtful articles. Train your mind to think deeply instead of constantly seeking entertainment. While everyone else is busy consuming content, you should be busy building your mind. Because the person who can control their attention in a world full of distractions will have the power to stand apart from the crowd. And that person could be YOU.