Ambition vs Entitlement
Key Distinction
- Ambition is expecting yourself to close the gap between what you have and what you want.
- Entitlement is expecting others to do it for you.
Understanding True Motivation
Many of our ambitions are just insecurities. Our lives are often driven by shame—not true ambition. It usually takes failure to see the illusions we've been chasing.
"Some people need to prove to the world that they're worthy."
Taking Responsibility
True ambition involves:
- Taking full ownership of your outcomes
- Not waiting for external validation or assistance
- Focusing on what you can control
- Building trust with yourself through action