There’s a question I find myself asking often: “What else can I do?” Not in the sense of “what can I do today,” but more in the way of “What’s possible beyond what I’ve already achieved?” I’ve realized that the answer isn’t a fixed destination—it’s an ongoing journey of self-discovery, growth, and pushing boundaries.
I haven’t reached the full extent of my potential, and I know that my growth doesn’t stop here. But I also know I’ve only scratched the surface of what I can accomplish. It’s a journey that invites uncertainty, but that’s what makes it exciting. And I believe the same is true for you, too. So, let’s explore this together: What else can we do?
Let’s be real for a moment—pushing limits can be terrifying. I’m not immune to it. Fear of failure, self-doubt, and the fear of not being enough have held me back on many occasions. What if I try something new and it doesn’t work out? What if I fail? What if, what if, what if, blah, blah.
But the more I reflect on it, the more I realise that these fears aren’t true They’re just stories I’ve told myself, stories I told myself to convince me that I’m incapable of something bigger. And you know what? I’m tired of listening to that voice.
In my mind, I have this line: “What could I do if I just knew it didn’t need to be perfect? It just needed to be.” That’s it. I don’t need to be perfect to take that first step. I don’t need to have everything figured out. I just need to move forward, and the rest will follow.
Here’s what fuels me: I want to see the world to really see it. I want to explore new frontiers, create solutions that solve real-world problems, and find ways to make a meaningful difference. But to do that, I can’t stay stuck in the “what ifs” and the fears of failure. I have to ask myself the question that’s been echoing in my head: What else can I do?
When I think about all the things I could achieve, I’m motivated to push beyond my limits. There’s so much potential in the world, and every time I jump over the fence of my fears, I get closer to unlocking that potential. The imagery of a "hurricane of jacarandas" or a "river of sundew" reminds me of the possibilities that lie right beyond my comfort zone. And I’m ready to dive in.
But here’s the thing: this isn’t just about me. This is about all of us. I want to challenge you to ask yourself the same question: What else can I do? What limits have you been holding yourself to? What dreams have you been too afraid to chase? And most importantly, what would happen if you decided to push through that fear?
“What can you do when you are deeply, madly, truly in the moment?” What if you allowed yourself to just be, to let go of the fear of failure, and to embrace the imperfect journey? What if you took that leap, even if you didn’t have it all figured out? I promise you, you’ll be surprised at what you can achieve.
Listen, here’s what I’ve learned: the only way to know what’s possible is to try. Every time I push past a fear or a doubt, I discover something new. And every time I do, I realize that the limits I’ve set for myself are not as real as I once thought.
When I think about all the things I want to accomplish, whether it’s creating a new tech solution, exploring the world of mechanical engineering, or even just challenging myself to grow in new ways, I know I can’t stay where I am. And neither can you. So let’s push past those limits, together.
I’m not perfect, and I haven’t figured it all out yet. But I’m committed to discovering what I’m capable of by continuing to push my own limits. I’m asking myself: What else can I do? And the answer, I know, is endless.
But it’s not just about me. It’s about you, too. The only way to find out what you can truly do is by asking yourself the same question. What limits have you been too afraid to push? What can you accomplish if you step into the unknown, embrace the imperfect, and just begin?
Let’s take this journey together. There’s so much more we can do, and I can’t wait to see where it takes us.
So over to you—what about you? What else can you do? I’d love to hear your thoughts, share them in the comments below, and let’s support each other as we continue to push our limits and grow into the people we’re meant to be.
"What else can I do?"
I just remembered encanto🥺❤️
Beautiful piece, btw
This was deep🤍