“I don’t care what’s probable. Through blood, sweat, and tears, I am unstoppable.”—Anthony Robles
A quick background on Anthony Robles. He was a 2X NCAA All-American and the 2012 National Champion Wrestler at Arizona State University. Did I mention that he only had one leg? This brief bio doesn’t ever go into the challenges he and his family faced as he grew up. The guy is truly an inspiration. His belief that he is “unstoppable” is worthy of pursuit.
Our goals should be somewhat unreasonable. Many teach the “SMART” acronym for goal-setting (i.e., goals should be Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant (or Reasonable), and Timely). I prefer Coyte Cooper’s (Make Your Mark; https://coytecooper.com/) take one this. He suggests that our goals should be “not reasonable by normal expectations”. In other word, “I don’t care what is probable”—shoot well beyond the comfort zone. This does not mean goals should be unreasonable. It simply means that we pursue goals that others are not willing to pursue—that are “not reasonable by normal expectations”.
Anthony Roble’s goal of being an All-American D-I college wrestler and National Champion was “not reasonable by normal expectations”. There is only one National Champion in each weight class each year. Being a National Champion Wrestler is not a reasonable goal. Being a National Champion with one leg? That is not probable—some might say “impossible”. Anthony Robles didn’t care what is probable or reasonable. He committed himself to doing what is not reasonable and put in the (extra)ordinary effort to achieve his goal. Through “blood, sweat, and tears” he proved himself to be unstoppable.
What is stopping you and me? Being unstoppable is a matter of choice and dedication.
Be your best today; be better tomorrow.
Carpe momento!