In this Friday Rant, I dive into one of my favorite metaphors — life’s wave. Some days I’m cruising on a motorboat, other days I’m hanging on to a dinghy — and that’s okay. Life and business aren’t meant to be smooth or predictable; they’re meant to be lived. Too often we get stuck reacting to every dip and crash of the wave instead of learning how to ride — or even better, getting in front of it.I talk about how our expectations of perfection are what create most of our stress, how we’ve forgotten how to play the game, and why the real win is found in showing up every day and doing the work — even when the ride gets rough. This one’s a reminder to stop fighting the current and start surfing it.Key Highlights:- Life’s wave metaphor: Why some days you’re flying high and others you’re paddling for dear life — and why both are normal.- From reaction to preparation: Stop letting life’s ups and downs control you; start doing the work now to be ahead of the next wave.- The illusion of perfection: How expecting a flawless life creates more pain than the problems themselves.- Rediscovering play: Why we quit playing the game of life — and how to bring that curiosity and resilience back.- The video game mindset: Remember staying up all night to beat the next level? That’s the energy you need for your goals.- Hiking for perspective: Don’t stop before the best view — sometimes the reward is one turn away.- Mindset shift: Life isn’t happening to you — it’s happening for you. The challenge is the game.Life’s supposed to be unpredictable. That’s what makes it beautiful. So grab the joystick, stop complaining about the color of the game, and play. Stay curious, stay moving, and get yourself in front of the wave — because that’s where the fun really starts.If this one hit home, share it with someone who needs a reminder that life isn’t something to survive — it’s something to ride.👉 Stop playing small, book a call! Link in bio 👉 For more information visit https://www.austinlinney.com/ 👉 The @constructyourlifepodcast is available on ALL platforms More Resources: Discover Proactive Operators at https://www.proactiveoperators.com/. We’re not just coaches—we’re operators and investors with real skin in the game. Our battle-tested strategies come straight from our own businesses. No theory, just execution.No theory, just real execution. Book a call and let’s make things happen! #MINDSETPODCAST #BUSINESSPODCAST #REALESTATEPODCAST Powered by https://www.podcastproducer.com/