Addicted to Self-Improvement
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One thing no one tells you about self-improvement it’s addictive. I can’t stop improving myself. Even while learning freestyle swimming, I found flaws in my form, fixed them, and felt that spark of progress. Every fix makes me ask: what else can I learn next?
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Outline
- Why self-improvement feels addictive
- How swimming exposed small flaws
- The moment I fixed my form
- Why progress leads to more hunger to learn
Why Self-Improvement Feels Addictive
Self-improvement has its own pull. Once you start, you notice every little detail you can change. The small wins give you a rush, and you start looking for the next thing to refine. It’s a loop that feeds itself.
How Swimming Exposed Small Flaws
Recently, I’ve been practicing freestyle swimming. My shoulder hurt because of the way I was pulling water. I realized the problem wasn’t strength it was technique. I wasn’t rotating enough, especially on the side where I don’t breathe naturally (my right).
The Moment I Fixed My Form
Today, I tried something new. Instead of rushing the pull, I waited a bit longer to stretch, align my body, and then start the motion. That tiny change fixed my form. It felt beautiful the moment I figured it out. The difference was instant.
Why Progress Leads to More Hunger to Learn
Now that I’m happy with my current form, I find myself asking what else can I improve? That’s the addictive part. Progress doesn’t end the journey, it makes you want more. Improvement becomes its own motivation.
