Muscle Minute #136: It’s Not Just About the Goal

"The key to happiness is not just in what you accomplish, but in the journey itself."

Over the past 25 years, I’ve been in the trenches—both with my physique and business. I’ve had my highs and lows, my wins and losses. The journey has been a wild ride, and I’ve learned that the process is just as important as the goal.

Here’s the thing: when you sign up to change anything significant, expect the ups and downs. It’s all part of the story. But the sooner you realize that embracing the process is a win in itself, the sooner you’ll understand what success truly is.

I’m not expecting things to be easy. Nothing great ever is. What I am expecting is to outlast the struggle and enjoy the ride along the way. There are so many fake expectations out there that set people up for disappointment, but the truth is: it’s going to be tough. You’ve got to be willing to go through it all and enjoy it.

Happiness isn’t just in the end goal—it’s in the journey itself. So, lean into the process, embrace the challenges, and remember: this is where the real growth happens.

Let’s keep pushing forward, one step at a time.