Pressure Is A Privilege
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 “Pressure is a privilege,” was a quote that was said by Billie Jean King. She was one of the greatest female tennis players of the 20th century. Today we discuss this idea that she built much of her career on. The idea that pressure is a gift that only those who earn it can receive is contradictory to much of the human experience. We spend most of our time trying to avoid pressure, stress and deadlines. A popular phrase is the feeling of being, “stressed out.” Stressing out to the point of worry or exhaustion feels like an altogether different feeling than what Billie was referring to. 

  Pressure in this instance refers to channeling stress in a healthy way to sharpen our own skills and life. Without pressure we can become lackluster and soft, with no motives or incentives placed in front of us why would we do anything at all. Today we will discuss the ways that we can take the opportunity to apply more pressure in our daily lives in order to earn that privilege. 

  The game winning shot isn’t just given to anyone…it is earned. Whether the shot goes in or out you have to earn the position to take the shot. Going after a big dream or goal is daunting, but you have to earn your seat at the table. Pressure is inevitable especially as we rise up the ranks in our careers, hobbies and daily lives. We can either embrace the challenge and welcome the opportunity to take the game winning shot, or we can shy away from it, allowing others to hold our fate in their hands while we look on. Challenge yourself to welcome the pressure into your life, you are more than capable of handling it.