Be serious about your life, be serious about your goals, and be EXTREMELY serious about the type of and the level of work you’re willing to do in order to make it happen. You don’t have any room for excuses because all making excuses will do is lead you to regret. You’re better off dealing with all of the challenges and doubt and anxieties and emotions that come with trying to make your dreams come true, as opposed to dealing with the struggles and consistent pain that comes with failing, being okay with mediocrity, and regret.