The Two Versions of You—Which One Are You Becoming?

Every single day, you make choices.

Some small. Some big. But all of them shape the person you’re becoming.

Right now, there are two versions of you:

1️⃣ The version that stays the same—comfortable, stagnant, waiting for the right time.

2️⃣ The version that levels up—taking action, pushing through discomfort, becoming who you’re meant to be.

The question is: Which one are you becoming?

Let’s dive into how this simple mindset shift can change everything.

The Choices That Define You

Every action you take moves you closer to one of these versions of yourself.

🔹 Hit snooze or get up and move?

🔹 Scroll social media or read something that sharpens your mind?

🔹 Procrastinate on your goals or take the next step forward?

These seem like small decisions in the moment, but over time, they compound into two completely different realities.

Think of it like this:

📈 +1% better every day = a radically improved life in a year.

📉 -1% worse every day = an entirely different, uninspired future.

This isn’t just theory—it’s the exact framework successful people use to grow.

Real-World Examples of This Framework in Action

Elon Musk’s Relentless Iteration

Musk didn’t build Tesla and SpaceX overnight. He constantly pushed forward, iterating and improving—even when failures piled up.

When SpaceX rockets kept exploding, he had two choices:

❌ Accept failure and stop.

✅ Keep pushing forward, learning, and improving.

He chose version 2 of himself—the one that figured it out. The result? SpaceX changed space travel forever.

J.K. Rowling’s Path to Success

Before Harry Potter, Rowling was a struggling single mom, rejected by 12 publishers.

She had two choices:

❌ Accept rejection and move on.

✅ Keep submitting, refining, and believing in her work.

She chose the second version of herself—the one that didn’t give up. Today, Harry Potter is a billion-dollar empire.

Kobe Bryant’s 4AM Mindset

Kobe wasn’t just talented—he outworked everyone.

At 4AM, when other NBA players were sleeping, he was in the gym. That extra effort, compounded over years, made him a legend.

He had two choices:

❌ Stay at the same level as everyone else.

✅ Train harder, push limits, and become one of the greatest of all time.

He chose the second version of himself.

How to Apply This to Your Own Life

You don’t have to be Elon Musk, J.K. Rowling, or Kobe Bryant. But you do have choices today that will shape your future.

Here’s a simple 3-step framework to start choosing your best version:

✅ 1. Identify Your Forks in the Road

Every day, you face small decisions that shape your future. Identify them.

• Health: Skip the workout or get moving?

• Career: Put off a project or take one step forward?

• Personal Growth: Waste time on distractions or invest in your development?

✅ 2. Make the “Version 2” Choice

Once you recognize the decision points, commit to the choice that moves you forward—even when it’s uncomfortable.

✅ 3. Track Your Growth

Small wins build momentum. At the end of each day, ask:

• Did I make choices that moved me forward today?

• Where did I take the easier road? How can I improve tomorrow?

This isn’t about perfection—it’s about intentional progress.

Which Version of You Are You Choosing?

Every day, you have a choice:

• Stay the same and let life happen to you.

• Or push forward, make small, intentional improvements, and create the future you want.

Which one are you becoming?

Reply and let me know—I’d love to hear how you’re choosing Version 2 of you this week.

Here’s to your next level.