Progress that is too smooth can indicate stagnation. That implies you are too comfortable with your current situation. This puts you at risk of failure.

Staying uncomfortable here means keeping the learning process going. Taking on bigger goals and pushing yourself to the limit. You have to get used to being uncomfortable. You will become more resilient, stronger, and wiser through this challenging time.

Here are seven ways you can benefit from being uncomfortable:

  1. You are open to change. Embracing discomfort is another way to embrace change and acceptance. There is much more to you than your ego.

  2. You are prepared for the worst-case scenario. Since you have simulated the worst-case scenario in your mind, you are not afraid of it. It gives you a great deal of confidence.

  3. You reset and set new goals for yourself. You think bigger when you are uncomfortable, and you push the bar higher.

  4. You start thinking and acting differently. Your thinking is challenged. You make better decisions and act wiser.

  5. Your skills are upgraded. Either you learn new skills or you improve on what you’re already good at.

  6. You open up limitless growth opportunities. You’re now in a challenging position to steer through and improve things. Your efforts will unlock new opportunities, new connections, and new milestones.

  7. You become more self-aware. You discover your true self on this journey. Your strengths and weaknesses are revealed. You also become more mindful, which benefits you in all areas of your life.

Here is a question I will leave you with to get you uncomfortable: In what ways can I improve something that I have taken for granted and am so comfortable doing?