I enjoy watching documentaries of how great athletes came
into being. And watching the documentary called The
Last Dance these last few weeks about Michael Jordan was
a reminder once again that great athletes aren't just born,
they are made.
You see, Michael Jordan's documentary illustrated that he
didn't become a great player simply because of his innate
talent; while that was a good start, Michael became a great
player because he practiced and perfected his craft. He
went to the court, night or day and practiced his basketball
skills. He trained and disciplined his body to do what it
needed to do each time he entered the basketball arena to
play a basketball game. He disciplined himself by saying no
to the distractions that kept him from focusing on his game,
and he learned how to take and use constructive criticism
from his high school, college and pro coaches to help
him become a great basketball player
.
Is it your desire to be like Mike? To be not
just a good writer, but a great one? Then practice your craft
daily to perfect your writing skills. Discipline your mind and
body by creating a set time and place to write. Be willing to
say no to the distractions that will seek to keep you from
writing, and be willing to accept criticism when needed to
help you become a better writer.
Being like Michael Jordan doesn't just have to be a lyric
you remember from an old commercial jingle. With hard
work and determination on your part, you can be like Mike
and become the great Christian writer God has called you
to be.
Sharing the journey,
Jeaninne
Questions for discussion: In what ways are you seeking to
be like Mike today? Share your comments here on my blog.
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