"Lo más grande en este mundo no es tanto dónde estamos sino en qué dirección nos movemos."

The heart of this quote is all about progress. It's not about where we are right now—our current situation or status—but about the direction we're heading. It's less about the present moment and more about where our efforts are taking us. Are we moving towards our goals? Are we growing, learning, and evolving? That's what truly matters.

Imagine you’re standing at a crossroads in your life. Maybe you're not exactly where you want to be—perhaps you're feeling stuck in a job that doesn’t excite you, or you're struggling with some personal challenges. It’s easy to get disheartened when you focus solely on your current position. But if you think about where you’re heading, the steps you’re taking to improve, that’s what counts. It's the journey, not just the destination.

Take Thomas Edison as an example. He didn't invent the lightbulb overnight. He failed thousands of times before he finally succeeded. If he had only focused on where he was—on the failures and the frustrations—he might have given up. But he kept moving forward, learning from each misstep, and eventually, he changed the world. Edison's direction was towards innovation and perseverance, not bound by the temporary setbacks he faced.

So, how do we apply this in our lives? Start by setting small, achievable goals that align with your larger ambitions. If you're looking to switch careers, maybe begin with a course or a certification that moves you in that direction. If you're trying to get healthier, start with a daily walk or cutting out one unhealthy snack at a time. The key is movement, no matter how small.

Think about Sarah, a friend of mine. She was unhappy in her corporate job and always dreamt of starting her own bakery. It was daunting, and she felt stuck. But instead of focusing on the fact that she was still stuck in a cubicle, she started baking in her free time. She took small steps—experimenting with recipes, taking a business course on weekends, setting up a simple Instagram page to showcase her creations. Over time, these small steps accumulated. Fast forward a year, and she had enough confidence and a small but loyal customer base to quit her job and open her bakery.

Her story isn’t just about the end result; it’s about every small step she took in the right direction. It’s about how she kept moving, even when progress seemed slow.

So, next time you’re feeling stuck or disheartened, don’t fixate on where you are. Instead, look at the direction you're moving. Are you taking steps, no matter how small, towards your goals? Are you learning and growing? Remember, progress isn’t always a straight line. There will be detours, and sometimes you might feel like you’re moving backward. But as long as you keep your eyes on the direction you want to go and keep moving, you’re on the right path.

Imagine you're on a road trip. The car’s loaded up, and you’re ready to go. You might hit traffic, take wrong turns, or encounter unexpected obstacles. But what matters isn’t just the snapshot of where you are at any given moment—it’s the fact that you’re moving towards your destination. You’re not just standing still. You’re on the journey, and that’s what makes all the difference.