The “As Uncomfortable As Possible” Myth

Monday, February 23, 2026

Contrary to popular belief, it is NOT true that you should seek to be “maximally uncomfortable” to maximize your rate of personal growth and improvement. That’s actually counterproductive. “Comfort” is NOT a negative word. “Comfort” is a positive word. A very positive word. You need a healthy balance between “discomfort/growth” time and “comfort/relaxation” time.