Hey Mason, welcome to the community! Great to see that you're focused on fitness and building something online those are solid goals that so many of us here can relate to. It'd be cool if you shared any tips or struggles you've had along the way, since so many people here can relate. I'm looking forward to hearing more 👀

Hey Jordan, welcome to the community, bro! Glad to have you here. It sounds like you’ve got the right mindset, and I’m sure you’ll fit right in with the rest of the group. Definitely hit me up if you ever want to chat or dive deeper into any of those topics—especially fitness, mental health, and growing on social media. Looking forward to seeing you grow with us!

Hey Salem, first off, I respect the honesty you're bringing here. A lot of guys go through similar battles but don’t have the guts to admit it. You’ve already accomplished a lot, but I understand you’re feeling like it’s not enough. Here’s the thing, you’re measuring yourself by external success, but real growth has to come from within. Your worth doesn’t depend on being the best or outcompeting others. Your real value comes from being created in God’s image, seeking your purpose, and becoming the best version of yourself. Focus on who you’re becoming in the process, not just the outcome. Now to address your questions: Mindset shift: You need to shift from obsessing over being perfect to embracing progress. You’re not going to get everything right every time, and that’s okay. Romans 5:3-4 reminds us that challenges build endurance and shape our character. God is using your struggles to refine you, so instead of seeing this as a defeat, view it as a chance to grow. You’ve been disciplined before (top 0.1% and killing it in the gym!), so it’s clear you have the ability. Start seeing setbacks as part of the journey, not as failures. What to tell yourself: Remind yourself daily that your worth isn’t tied to outperforming others—it’s tied to your effort, character, and relationship with God. Tell yourself that you’re in a process of growth, and as long as you’re taking consistent action, you’re on the right path. Say things like, “I am a work in progress, and I am proud of the effort I’m putting in.” Focus on small victories, not just big achievements. Stopping self-sabotage: Self-sabotage often comes from setting expectations too high and then feeling overwhelmed. You’re juggling med school, the gym, and trying to build online skills—that’s a lot! Instead of trying to be perfect in all of these areas, break your goals down into small, daily steps. Proverbs 13:4 talks about the power of diligence—work on improving 1% every day. Discipline yourself in the same way you have in the gym. Don’t demand perfection, just consistency.

@Salem Sa I’m really glad to hear that, man. God bless you too! The whole reason I created this community was to make a place where young men like you and I can come and get/give support and guidance when needed. I’m excited to see what you’ll accomplish next, and feel free to reach out anytime you need more guidance or just want to chat. Proud of you, bro—keep up the great work!