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Play the Game of Life All Out

February 07, 20251 min read

Imagine this: It’s your final hour, and you’re looking back on your life. What do you see? A series of missed opportunities? Or a life where you left it all on the field, exhausted but fulfilled?

As I reflected on this during a recent session, one phrase stayed with me: When we get to the last hour of our life, what if we could say, I’m ready because I played the game of life the way I should have—all out.

It’s a simple but powerful thought. Too often, we hold back—whether it’s fear of failure, comfort in routine, or waiting for the “right time.” But the truth is, there’s never a perfect moment. The game of life is happening now, and the clock is always running.

I think about the people I’ve seen transform their lives, stepping into discomfort and rewriting the narrative they’d been living. They didn’t wait for someone else to give them permission. They chose to play all out.

  • They embraced the uncomfortable moments.

  • They let go of the fear of failure.

  • They gave everything to the people and goals that mattered most.

Here’s what I’ve learned: Comfort zones are where growth goes to die. The champion inside you will never live in comfort.

So, let me ask you: Are you playing all out? Or are you holding something back, waiting for a better time, a better day, a better version of yourself? The truth is, the only thing standing between you and the life you want is the decision to go all in.

Make that decision today. Don’t wait for tomorrow.

Lets Climb,

Todd Stottlemyre's signature – official closing for the BeRelentless Newsletter blog post.

Todd Stottlemyre is a former Major League Baseball pitcher, entrepreneur, and bestselling author. Known for his mental toughness and leadership on and off the field, Todd now shares his insights on personal development, mental resilience, and achieving peak performance in life and business.

Todd Stottlemyre

Todd Stottlemyre is a former Major League Baseball pitcher, entrepreneur, and bestselling author. Known for his mental toughness and leadership on and off the field, Todd now shares his insights on personal development, mental resilience, and achieving peak performance in life and business.

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