The Best Competition Is with the Person in the Mirror
One of the Fastest Ways to Stall Growth
I’ve seen it in myself. I’ve seen it in others.
One of the fastest ways to stall your growth is to obsess over what other people are doing.
When you start by competing with others, it hijacks your focus. You fixate on their pace, their milestones, their timeline, and somewhere in the process, you lose sight of your own.
And when you finally catch them? You stop.
Or worse, when you realize you can’t catch them? You quit.
That’s not real growth.
That’s chasing shadows.
Compete with Yourself First
When you compete with yourself, the rules change. You’re not driven by insecurity. You’re fueled by curiosity and commitment. You’re not trying to win someone else’s race. You’re trying to grow into the person you know you can be.
Here’s the difference:
Competing with others – you’re trying to be like them
Competing with yourself – you’re trying to become the best version of you
Competing with others – has an end date
Competing with yourself – never ends
Competing with others – creates shallow wins
Competing with yourself – builds deep roots
Competition Isn’t Bad. It’s Just Can’t Be the Base
I love competition. It’s fun. It stretches you.
But it can’t be your primary strategy for growth. If it is, you’ll burn out, plateau, or start cutting corners just to keep up appearances.
The most sustainable competitors are the ones who compete with themselves first, then use the people around them as fuel—not the finish line.
How to Compete with Yourself (and Use That to Compete Better with Others)
1. Track Your Progress
Don’t just guess how you’re doing. Log it. Whether it’s habits, workouts, journaling, or time spent on goals, tracking gives you real data to beat.
2. Set Personal Records, Not Just Goals
Think like an athlete. What’s your PR for consistency? For discipline? For patience under pressure?
3. Review Your Growth Weekly
Take 10 minutes each week to ask: Where did I grow? Where did I get stuck? What’s one way I can outdo last week’s version of me?
4. Use Others as Inspiration, Not the Standard
Watch others to learn, not to compare. If someone’s ahead of you, study them, but don’t abandon your path trying to walk theirs.
5. Celebrate Quiet Wins
Not all growth is visible. Don’t underestimate the small victories, especially the ones no one else sees. That’s where self-competition wins.
Final Thought
The race isn’t out there. It’s in here.
You don’t need to run their race.
You need to run yours with full focus, honest measurement, and a relentless desire to outgrow the person you were yesterday.
That’s how you stay in the game for the long haul. 💯
Bring Boredom Back!
I’m not great at being bored.
I’m either in motion doing something productive… or doing something that just keeps me busy.
But choosing boredom is hard for me.
And yet, I remember being a kid and saying those three words that used to drive adults crazy: “I’m so bored.”
Back then, I didn’t feel the pressure to do something. I didn’t feel the need to scroll, produce, optimize, or consume. Staring at the ceiling, playing with dust particles in the sun, or daydreaming about nothing was enough.
Somewhere along the way, I lost that.
I traded boredom for busyness. Stillness for stimulation.
And I think I’ve lost something sacred in the process.
The Gift of Boredom
Here’s the paradox: boredom feels like nothing… but it gives birth to everything.
Creativity is born in boredom.
Self-awareness rises in stillness.
Clarity, healing, insight, all of it bubbles up when we stop trying to fill every gap with noise.
The brain needs pauses. You can’t hear your intuition when it’s drowned out by podcasts, playlists, or productivity hacks. And you can’t grow deeper if you’re always reaching outward.
That’s why I want to bring boredom back. Not by accident, but on purpose.
Because I know I need it in this season.
What Happens When You Stop Filling Every Moment?
Try this: Sit in silence for 5 minutes. No phone. No music. No multitasking.
You’ll notice your brain fidgeting at first. Reaching for something. That’s the withdrawal from overstimulation.
But give it a little time.
Soon, thoughts settle. Breathing slows. And the things that really matter start to rise to the surface.
Simple Ways to Practice Embracing Boredom
If this feels uncomfortable for you (like it does for me), here are some simple starting points:
1. Schedule Nothing
Block 15 minutes in your day for “boredom.” Don’t fill it. Let it stay empty. Watch what happens.
2. Walk Without a Destination
Leave the AirPods at home. Don’t track steps. Just walk and notice your surroundings.
3. Stare at the Ceiling
Seriously. Try laying down for 10 minutes and doing absolutely nothing. Let your thoughts wander. It’s not wasted time, it’s decompression.
4. Turn Off the “Noise Apps”
Pick an hour each day where you don’t touch social media, streaming, or YouTube. Let your mind find its own entertainment.
5. Ask a Bigger Question
When you’re bored, ask yourself:
What have I been avoiding thinking about?
Let boredom become a space of reflection.
Final Thought
The modern world trains us to believe that every second must be filled. But real growth isn’t always fast-paced or loud. Sometimes, it’s quiet. Slow. Boring.
And maybe that’s the challenge for this season:
To be okay with the quiet.
To welcome the boredom.
To let the stillness do its work.
Because if we keep running from boredom, we might miss the breakthrough hiding inside of it. 💯
Story: How my 6-year old habit is still going strong 💪
Building a habit is not a quick fix. It is a journey, one filled with trial and error, adjustments, and a whole lot of patience. I have learned that the way we think about habits shapes the way we build them. If you are frustrated that a habit has not stuck yet, read this slowly. It might change your perspective.
1. A habit starts as an idea.
Every habit begins as just a thought, an impulse, a spark, or a casual intention. You might say, “I want to eat better.” But at this point, it is not serious. It is just an idea floating around in your head.
And that is okay. Every habit has to start somewhere. But if you do not give that idea some weight, it will fade.
My Story: Part 1
In January 2016, I tried to start stretching. I told myself I would do 15 minutes a day. I did it once and quit. It was not part of any system. I did not have a plan, I just had an idea. And like most ideas, it did not last long.
2. The idea becomes a priority.
I call it a priority at this stage because it is not a habit yet. It is just something you are choosing to care about. But that priority is going to get tested. If you are struggling to do it consistently, do not just beat yourself up. Ask better questions: Is this really a priority for me? Or am I trying to jump too far ahead of where I am right now? Sometimes we are too ambitious. Sometimes we need to slow down to build up.
My Story: Part 2
At the end of 2016, I built some consistency with my workouts, so I thought, “Let me try stretching again.” But once again, it did not really stick. In 2017, my roommate introduced me to ROMWOD (now Playability), and I liked it. It was guided, simple, and easy to follow. I finally started stretching more and began prioritizing it in my day. The only challenge was that it depended on my roommate. I only did it with him because he had the login. So even though it had become a priority, it was still weak. I needed someone else’s momentum to keep me going.
3. The priority is placed into a routine.
Even if your priority is solid, it needs a routine it can thrive in. If after 30 days you are still feeling constant resistance, it is not that you are weak. It might mean your setup is off. Shrink the habit. Change the time of day. Adjust your environment. The goal is not just to keep doing it. The goal is to build a routine that supports who you want to be.
My Story: Part 3
Later that year, I started reading and learning about how habits actually work. Things like habit stacking, identity, triggers, and friction. That is when it clicked. I started linking stretching to my workouts. It made sense: “If I am already working out, why not stretch before or after?” That shift helped me build it into my flow. I was still inconsistent, but I was finally getting reps in.
4. The priority becomes a habit.
Once your priority becomes automatic, you have got a habit. But that is not the finish line. Now life will test it. You will get busy. You will travel. You will get sick. You will forget. And that is okay. The real question is: What do you do when you miss a day? Habits are not about perfection. They are about resilience. You are not building a perfect streak. You are building a new identity. So show up again. That is where the real power is.
My Story: Part 4
In 2019, I read Can’t Hurt Me by: David Goggins. His story challenged me. He talked about the pain he experienced from not taking care of his body, from not stretching. It hit different. So I made one small change that changed everything. I told myself: “From now on, I will not work out until I stretch.” That one shift locked it in. Since then, I have stretched consistently for over six years. I have missed days, but I always come back.
5. The habit changes you.
This is the part most people miss. Habits do not just change your schedule, they change you. They change how you think, how you talk, how you carry yourself. That is why vision is so important. If you do not have a clear picture of who you are becoming, the habit will always feel random. But if the habit is tied to a bigger purpose, it has staying power.
My Story: Part 5
Stretching now is not just about flexibility. It is a mindset. It is a reminder that I value recovery, health, and longevity. It is part of how I lead myself well. That habit did not just change my routine. It changed how I see myself. And it taught me that habit building is never about doing it perfectly. It is about becoming someone different through the process.
The truth is, habit building is a journey.
It does not happen overnight. It is not always pretty. But when we stop obsessing over results and start focusing on growth, something changes. We stop trying to prove something and start becoming someone. That is the win.
So if you are trying to build a habit, do not just chase the streak. Chase the shift. Let the habit change how you think, how you move, and how you show up in the world.
That is how you build a habit that sticks. 💯
The Difference Between Helping People and Carrying Them
We all want to help people. That’s what leadership is: service, support, and sacrifice. But somewhere along the way, a lot of leaders confuse helping with carrying.
Helping someone means you meet them where they are, but you don’t stay there for them.
Carrying someone means you take responsibility for their growth. And that’s not leadership. That’s enablement.
Nineteen and Naive
When I was 19, I tried to help someone who had a drug problem. I had never struggled with drug use, so I felt confident, almost proud, to step in. If I’m being honest, I truly thought I was going to help him change.
I had this dream in my head. I’d help him, people would see the fruit, and I’d prove what a good leader I was. So I went all in. Success at all costs.
I let him live with me.
I helped him get a job.
I held him accountable.
But deep down, I was more focused on changing his behavior than on helping him experience the internal change he actually needed.
And for a while, it looked like it was working. Until the environment I built for him to win started to crumble.
The Hard Truth: You Can’t Want It More Than They Do
The truth?
I wanted him to grow more than he wanted to grow.
And that will never work.
That season taught me something I still carry today.
Growth takes time.
And I don’t have to see the end results in someone’s journey to have made a difference.
I can be content with just being a part of it.
That shift has helped me set boundaries, give people space to struggle, and stay ready for the lightbulb moments when they want to grow.
Because if we make leadership about us, we already lost.
Helping people means challenging them to own their part.
It means setting the table, not forcing them to eat.
It means believing in them without needing to be the hero.
From Applause to Impact
Growing for yourself is just the start of the journey.
Giving back to others without carrying them is where leadership gets really fun.
So don’t settle for applause.
Strive for impact. 💯
Why We Say We Want Growth, But Resist Everything That Creates It
We talk a lot about growth.
We post about it. We plan for it. We say we want it.
But when growth actually shows up, it rarely feels exciting.
And that’s exactly why we resist it.
We’re addicted to the feeling of progress — the dopamine hit of a new planner, a new habit, a fresh goal.
But the real work of growth isn’t exciting.
It delivers discipline. And that’s where most people check out.
Here’s the Truth:
We want to be grown, but we don’t want to go through the growing.
Because growing often looks like:
• Feeling exposed
• Getting bored
• Choosing discipline when nobody’s watching
• Letting go of what used to work
• Continuing even when motivation fades
Most people quit too soon — not because they’re incapable, but because they expected it to feel good the whole time.
For me, it takes about three months to fully integrate a habit.
Not 21 days. Not even 30.
I give habits time to get challenged.
I want to see if they can survive travel, stress, disappointment, and schedule changes.
That’s how I know it’s real — not just something I do when life’s easy, but something that holds even when it’s not.
Paul’s Growdie Journey:
Since January, Paul has logged 2,820 growth activities inside Growdie.
Here’s the breakdown:
• Priorities completed: 506
• Habits completed: 2,254
• Challenges completed: 56
• Goals completed: 4
But what makes this powerful isn’t the number, it’s the type of activity.
Paul’s most consistent actions weren’t big moves or public milestones.
They were the foundational habits most people overlook.
Here are Paul’s Top 10 Most Logged Activities (January–April):
1. Write down 10 things you’re grateful for
2. Sit in tech-free silence for 5+ minutes
3. Write a journal entry
4. Read a passage of Scripture
5. Read an article
6. Set aside 5+ minutes for prayer or meditation
7. Sleep for 7+ hours
8. Weigh yourself
9. Workout for 30+ minutes
10. 10,000 steps a day
There’s nothing life-changing about doing any of these once.
But doing them over 200 times?
That starts to produce something in you that’s worth it.
So Ask Yourself:
• Where have I confused excitement with progress?
• What habits have I abandoned because they didn’t feel good fast enough?
• What would change if I gave my habits 3–6 months instead of 3–6 days?
Growth won’t always feel good.
It’s supposed to stretch you.
But if you stay in it long enough, you’ll become someone stronger, clearer, and more grounded — not just when things go right, but when they don’t.
Let the boredom do its work.
Let the habit get challenged.
Let the growth stick. 💯
“I’ll Do It Later” Is Wrecking Your Growth
I’ll Do It Later…
It sounds harmless. Even responsible.
Like we’re not giving up, we’re just waiting for the “right time.”
But most of the time, “later” turns into never.
It’s how we quietly say no to the things we actually need. The habits. The relationships. The internal work. The tough conversations. The purpose we were made to live out.
So why do we keep waiting?
Is it because we’re tired? Overwhelmed? Distracted? Lazy?
There’s more going on than we realize.
The Psychology of Delay
Procrastination isn’t about laziness.
It’s often about emotional avoidance.
A 2025 study found that people who struggle to process their emotions—especially when things feel uncertain or uncomfortable—are far more likely to delay. Saying “I’ll do it later” becomes a way to escape tension, not just a scheduling issue.
The brain plays a role too.
We tell ourselves we’ll get to it soon.
But we rarely do.
You Might Have Values. But Do You Have a Plan?
A lot of people can tell you what they believe in.
They have values, words they stand by.
But if you looked at their habits, routines, or daily decisions… would those values show up?
It’s not enough to say who you want to be.
You need a path that actually takes you there.
When we delay action, we widen the gap between who we are and who we say we want to become.
We don’t need more motivational speeches.
We need a better rhythm.
What We’re Seeing Inside Growdie
Inside Growdie, we’ve seen a handful of members complete growth activities nearly every day since the year started. Not because they’re chasing perfection, but because they’ve built a rhythm.
Here’s what their data reveals:
Habits build on each other
It started with a couple of actions, like reflecting or writing down wins. But over time, more habits followed. Prioritizing the day. Checking in at night. One habit made space for another.
Momentum fuels identity
After 20+ straight days of growth, the mindset shifts. People stop saying “I’m trying” and start saying “This is who I am.” They stop performing and start becoming.
Motivation shifts from external to internal
What once felt like a task becomes personal. The app doesn’t just track behavior, it gives people a mirror to see their growth. That changes how they show up.
Confidence grows with consistency
When people follow through daily, their self-talk changes. Instead of “I hope I can,” it becomes “I’m someone who does.”
The power isn’t in the streak. It’s in the mindset shift.
Later doesn’t build trust.
Later doesn’t shape character.
Later doesn’t help you follow through when it counts.
Growth happens when you commit—quietly, repeatedly, and on purpose.
Legacy Isn’t Built on “Someday”
The work that builds your future doesn’t always feel important in the moment.
Nobody’s clapping when you choose reflection over scrolling.
There’s no standing ovation for journaling or prioritizing your day.
But these small choices stack.
They become the foundation of who you are. And eventually, what you’re known for.
So how long will you keep putting off your purpose?
Who cares if it’s not flashy?
Who cares if no one sees it?
You’re building something bigger than attention.
You’re building a life of alignment.
A legacy rooted in consistency, not applause.
So my challenge to you is…DO IT NOW.
Small Steps or Same Struggles, You Choose
We often think of habit-building as a grind.
A to-do list. A box to check.
But it’s not just about what you do, it’s about who you’re becoming.
Let me say that again.
It’s not just about what you do, it’s about who you’re BECOMING.
Every habit is a thread in the fabric of your future.
That’s why the real power of habit-building comes when you learn to zoom in and zoom out.
The Zoom Framework: One Habit, Three Perspectives
You don’t need an hour to reflect on your habits.
You just need one minute of awareness.
Let’s take one habit as an example:
Habit: Prioritize My Day
• Zoom In: What matters most today?
• Zoom Out: I’m becoming more intentional with how I spend my time.
• Zoom Way Out: My life is full of healthy relationships and meaningful accomplishments.
That’s how habit-building changes you: it grounds your present, shifts your perspective, and reshapes your legacy.
Try it with anything:
• A workout
• A journaling session
• A conversation with your kids
All of them have power when seen through this lens.
Occasionally Great vs. Consistently Good
There’s a myth we love to believe:
That greatness is about heroic effort.
But real change comes from quiet consistency.
Jim Collins talks about being occasionally great vs. consistently good in his book Good to Great.
He introduces the concept of the Flywheel Effect, momentum that builds not through bursts of intensity, but through steady, focused motion over time.
James Clear echoes this in Atomic Habits:
“Most people need consistency more than they need intensity.”
Let’s look at the numbers:
Assume a 40-year adult life. Occasionally great = 1x/week. Consistently good = 5x/week.
Sleep 7+ hours
Occasionally Great - 2,000 nights
Consistently Good - 10,000 nights
Long-Term Impact - Energy, health, clarity, longevity
30-min workout
Occasionally Great - 2,000 sessions
Consistently Good - 10,000 sessions
Long-Term Impact -Endurance, strength, longevity
Set aside 5min for prayer
Occasionally Great - 2,000 prayers
Consistently Good - 10,000 prayers
Long-Term Impact - Spiritual depth, peace, focus
Read 5+ pages
Occasionally Great - 520+ books
Consistently Good - 2,600 + books
Long-Term Impact - Perspective, knowledge, creativity
Write down 3 wins for the day
Occasionally Great - 2,000 wins
Consistently Good - 10,000 wins
Long-Term Impact - Optimism, momentum
Quality time with your kids
Occasionally Great - 2,000 memories
Consistently Good - 10,000 memories
Long-Term Impact - Bonding, trust, lasting connection
1hr digital detox
Occasionally Great - 2,000 hrs away from technology
Consistently Good - 10,000 hrs away from technology
Long-Term Impact - Presence, mental clarity
10,000 steps a day
Occasionally Great - 10 million steps
Consistently Good - 50 million steps
Long-Term Impact - Health, vitality, movement
The difference?
One path looks impressive in moments.
The other? It transforms you over decades.
Final Thoughts
Your legacy isn’t built by what you occasionally rise to do.
It’s built by what you return to, over and over again.
Jim Collins reminds us that greatness is a process.
James Clear shows us that identity is shaped by repeated action.
So pick a habit.
Zoom in. Zoom out. Zoom way out.
And start becoming the kind of person you’ll be proud to be. 💯
Tracking: A Necessary Evil?
2018 was the first time I actually committed to tracking my day. I’d tried it before, multiple times, but it never stuck. What was different this time? I think I stopped looking at tracking as something that would fix my life, and started seeing it as a slow, steady path to becoming the man I wanted to be.
I just remember how I let go of how it was supposed to look and feel and I just bought into the process. And I’ll tell you what, I fell in love with the journey. Seriously. I was noticing things in my life start to change over time. They were subtle changes, but I was excited to see them. I felt like I was taking my growth and development into my own hand not just hoping something great would happen.
I also noticed that what felt like effort in the beginning started to become easier and more enjoyable. Tracking isn’t a perfect process, but what I love about it the most is how grounded it makes me feel. It’s helped me lead myself better, and lead others better too.
And that’s why I’m so passionate about this conversation. Because I know firsthand, tracking isn’t about control. It’s about ownership. And when we resist tracking, we often resist our own growth.
Tracking your growth sounds simple. But let’s be honest, it’s not always easy. In fact, most people resist it. Even people who care deeply about their growth struggle to do it consistently.
Why?
Because tracking isn’t just about numbers. It’s about facing yourself.
Here are eight common reasons people resist tracking, and the truth that can set them free:
1. Avoidance
We don’t want to look at what’s uncomfortable—finances, time, discipline, effort. So we delay. We say we’ll start next week. But growth delayed is growth denied.
“I’ll get to it later. This just isn’t the right time.”
2. Perfectionism
We think tracking has to be perfect or it doesn’t count. But progress isn’t perfect. It’s messy. It’s missing a day and getting back on track the next.
“If I can’t do it right, I don’t want to do it at all.”
3. All-or-Nothing Thinking
We believe consistency means never messing up. So when we do, we quit. But consistency is just coming back again.
“I always fall off. I can’t stay consistent with anything.”
4. Self-Sabotage
Tracking is a form of care. It signals, "I matter." But if we don’t believe we deserve growth, we resist it.
“I’ll probably mess it up anyway, so what’s the point?”
5. Emotional Reasoning
It feels annoying. Hard. Overwhelming. So we assume it doesn’t work. But feeling resistance doesn’t mean the thing isn’t good for you.
“This just stresses me out. It’s not for me.”
6. People Pleasing
Tracking requires boundaries. It means taking time for you. But if your worth is tied to pleasing others, it feels selfish to slow down and reflect.
“I’ll just go with the flow so I don’t let anyone down.”
7. Mind Reading
We think others will judge us for trying. For being intentional. For growing. So we downplay what we care about.
“They’ll think I’m being too intense.”
8. Overworking
We’re so focused on grinding, we don’t pause to assess. But tracking isn’t a break from the work—it’s what makes the work more sustainable.
“I can’t stop to reflect. There’s too much to do.”
So Why Track Anyway?
Because what gets measured gets managed. Because the goal isn’t perfection, it’s progress. Because tracking is a quiet rebellion against the chaos.
It’s a way to say:
My effort matters.
My time matters.
I matter.
If you’ve struggled to track, you’re not alone. But the minute you start paying attention, you start building momentum.
And momentum changes everything.
Q1 Growth Report: 21,222 Actions of Intentional Growth
Growth doesn’t happen by accident. This quarter, we chose it, every single day. The Growdie community showed what happens when people take ownership of their growth and development.
From January through March, members in Growdie collectively logged over 21,000 activities across priorities, habits, challenges, and goals.
What We Accomplished
Total Activities: 21,222
Total Attempts: 37,518
Completion Rate: 56.56%
Unique Activities Logged: 867
Points Earned: 515,430
Priorities Logged: 5,845
Habits Logged: 14,801
Challenges Logged: 407
Goals Logged: 169
That’s 21,222 decisions to say, “I’m going to grow today.”
What the Data Shows Us
These numbers represent conversations had, workouts done, journals written in, goals set, prayers lifted, meals logged, books read, new habits started, and priorities followed through on. Behind every log is a story, and together, they show a community that’s moving with intention.
This quarter, we saw growth across all seven areas:
Health & Fitness
Mental, Emotional, and Spiritual Health
Professional Development
Personal Development
People Development
Play & Experiential
Financial Health
Top 10 Logged Activities (Habits + Priorities Combined)
Set aside 5min+ for prayer/meditation – 1,041 logs
Workout for 30min+ – 957 logs
Read a passage of Scripture – 874 logs
Sleep for 7+ hours – 794 logs
Weigh yourself – 682 logs
Floss your teeth – 570 logs
Read 5+ pages in a book – 569 logs
Sit in the sauna for 15min+ – 557 logs
Write a journal entry – 546 logs
Perform skincare routine – 541 logs
Each one represents effort and the kind of discipline that builds over time.
This Is What Growth Sounds Like
"1. Shared passions. 2. Family closeness. 3. Shared language of love and growth…" —Sarah, writing down 10 things she’s grateful for
"Today was a lonnnnngggg day. It’s literally 1:30 AM but I still logged in to reflect. That matters to me." —Bryant, after summarizing his learnings for the day
"Spent the day on a college tour with a youth I’m mentoring. Hard but meaningful work. I’m grateful for the progress." —Muniza, after writing down 3 professional wins
"Small habits like this remind me I’m worth the effort. Grateful for the structure." —Chris, after flossing his teeth
"Didn’t feel like it, but I showed up. These are the days that count the most." —Trey, after completing a 30-minute workout
"I used to avoid financial stuff. Now I look forward to tracking it. That’s new." —Angela, after logging a financial task
The Hidden Wins
Some focus areas had less total engagement but saw deep participation when they did show up:
Financial Health: Fewer logs but often reflected more emotional or transformational effort.
Professional Development: A diverse mix of actions including planning, mentorship, and creative output. It’s not about volume, it’s about value.
Why This Matters
Whether someone logged 20 activities or 200, the act of showing up daily created momentum not just for individuals, but for everyone connected to them.
When a member sets aside 5 minutes to reflect, their clarity increases.
When someone books a new client, their confidence grows.
When another person tracks their food or hits the gym, their energy shifts.
When a parent journals or prays, their family feels it too.
This is how impact multiplies.
This is how we grow.
The Bigger Picture
Q1 wasn’t about being perfect. It was about being present. A 56.56% completion rate is proof that showing up, especially when it’s not convenient, is what moves the needle.
Looking Forward
Q1 proved something simple but important:
We grow when we choose to.
And every member who logged even one activity made that choice.
Let’s carry this momentum into Q2 with even more clarity, focus, and support for each other.
In Growdie, you’re not just logging activities. You’re building your future, one decision at a time.
Ready to grow in Q2? Let’s do it together. 🧱
Case Study: The Relentless Growth of Hannan Qureshi
From January 1 to March 26, Hannan logged 2,128 activities, averaging more than 23 a day. His 97% completion rate speaks for itself. But what really stands out is how those actions are aligned with his vision, mission, and values. Every log is a reflection of who he’s becoming and what he’s committed to—day by day.
Hannan is Passionate About Growth
Hannan joined the Grow or Die Club in January of 2024, and he hit the ground running from day one. As an ENT Surgeon, Hannan already lived a life of precision and pressure—but he knew this community offered something more. He saw right away that Grow or Die could be a powerful tool not just for tracking goals, but for transforming how he lives.
He dove in—engaging with the focus area activities, embracing the challenges, and investing in the community. And what stood out most was how it didn’t just impact him—it began to uplift his wife, his family, and his friends. His habits, his presence, his energy—all of it started to multiply.
Hannan is a great example of what it looks like to show up and take daily steps toward the person you want to become.
Hannan’s Growth in Growdie
Let’s break down how he did it:
📊 Monthly Activity Logs:
January: 659
February: 777
March: 692 (trending)
Total: 2,128 activities
✅ Completion Rates by Category:
Priorities: 99.7%
Habits: 95.7%
Challenges: 100%
Goals: 100%
Overall Completion: 97%
His Focus Areas
Hannan’s actions are divided across seven core growth areas—each one carefully chosen and intentionally practiced. Here's where he’s been investing his energy:
Health & Fitness (675 activities): Taking care of his body through movement, nourishment, and rest so he has the energy to live fully and serve others well.
Mental, Emotional, and Spiritual Health (625): Strengthening his mindset, staying grounded, and building resilience in high-stakes environments.
Professional Development (332): Pushing his career and leadership capacity forward through strategy and skill.
Personal Development (259): Learning, reflecting, and constantly sharpening the edge of who he’s becoming.
Financial Health (104): Making intentional financial moves to build long-term freedom and impact.
People Development (98): Staying intentional with relationships that matter most—mentorship, friendships, and team-building.
Play/Experiential (22): Making room for moments of fun, travel, and new experiences.
Top Priorities & Habits
The numbers show consistency, but the categories reveal intentional design. Hannan isn’t logging random tasks—he’s designing a system around what matters.
Top 3 Priorities
Book a New Client – 48 completions
1 Hour of Uninterrupted Work – 44 completions
Listen to a Book (15+ min) – 38 completions
Top 3 Habits
5-Minute Prayer/Meditation – 140 completions
Self-Affirmation – 85 completions
Food Tracking – 85 completions
Milestones Completed
Hannan also tackled some big challenges this quarter, knocking out:
🏆 Maxing Out ROTH IRA
🏋🏽♂️ Joining the 1,000lb Club (squat, bench, deadlift)
👟 Running a 10K
Each milestone speaks to a different area of life—financial discipline, physical power, and endurance. But they all point to the same truth: he finishes what he starts.
Insights from Hannan’s Journey
Structure Creates Freedom – Hannan’s high performance isn’t accidental—it’s built on a foundation of habits, clarity, and systems.
Consistency Compounds – His progress is a reflection of small actions, done with intention, every day.
Play Offense in Every Area – From physical health to financial strength, Hannan prioritizes and executes across all aspects of life.
What We Can Learn From Hannan
🧱 Discipline is built, not born.
🧱 Tracking creates awareness, and awareness drives growth.
🧱 When you align your habits with your values, progress becomes inevitable.
🧱 A high-performance life is just the result of high-performance days, stacked with intention.
Final Thoughts
Hannan’s journey is a clear example of what happens when you treat your habits like they matter and stay committed to the process, not just the outcome. His results don’t come from intensity—they come from intentionality.
He’s not just hitting numbers. He’s building a life—one log, one rep, and one focused hour at a time.