Focusing on clarity
It appears to be becoming increasingly clear that the only difference between those who achieve the heights to which they aspire and those who fail to even start the aircraft, is a clear understanding of what they want and whom they want to be. Without even knowing where you want to go, how can you possibly be aware of whether or not you are going the right way? A clear vision coupled with a consistent dedication to making continuous progress regardless of fatigue or lack of will, produces success. A periodic azimuth check to ensure you are still headed toward the desired location keeps you always on track so that no effort is waisted. The earlier you understand what you want and the sooner you take action, the greater the altitude you can reach.
You are the pilot.
Plan the flight path.
Get in the cockpit and fly the plane.