Is Saving Everyone REALLY Worth Losing Yourself Completely?

Let’s get something straight—when you start chasing big goals, you’re gonna feel like you want everybody around you to win with you. Your boys, your family, your day-ones—you picture all of y’all on the beach one day, money up, stress down, telling stories about how you made it.

Sounds good, right? Yeah… but it’s not reality.

Because once you start moving different, you realize something: everybody can’t go. Not ‘cause you don’t love ‘em. Not ‘cause you think you’re better. But because they’re not ready to move how you move.

See, chasing a goal isn’t just about the destination—it’s about the grind. And the grind ain’t for everybody. It’s the 2AM work sessions when everyone else is sleeping. It’s missing parties, ignoring gossip, and saying no to quick money so you can build something that lasts.

But here’s where it gets tricky—when you start growing, you’re gonna make people uncomfortable. Some will feel like you’re leaving them behind. Some will joke about you “changing.” Some will straight up try to pull you back to where they’re at, ‘cause they don’t want to lose the old version of you that made them feel comfortable.

And here’s the trap—you’ll feel guilty. You’ll wanna slow down for them. You’ll keep trying to drag them uphill while they’re leaning all their weight back. Do that too long and you’ll be stuck halfway, exhausted, watching your dream fade.

You gotta understand—this climb is yours. Not theirs. And the truth is, not everybody was meant to see the view from the top. That doesn’t mean you cut everybody off cold. But you do have to set boundaries. Keep the ones who respect your vision, match your grind, and bring value to the mission. The rest? You let ‘em stay where they’re comfortable.

And don’t get it twisted—the higher you climb, the lonelier it gets. Your circle gets smaller, but stronger. You stop being around people just ‘cause you grew up with them, and you start being around people who push you forward.

In the city, we know this—loyalty is important, but loyalty without growth will keep you broke and stuck. You can love someone and still not take them everywhere you’re going.

So here’s the play:

• Stay locked in on your vision.

• Protect your energy like it’s money.

• Move with people who move with you.

‘Cause when you finally hit that top level, it’s gonna be worth it. Not just for what you have, but for who’s standing next to you when you get there.

And that right there? That’s real success.