Confronting the Dragon to Get the Treasure πŸ‰πŸ’Ž

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                    Photo by Fadel mk


"Happiness is like those palaces in fairy tales whose gates are guarded by dragons: you must fight in order to conquer it."

Alexandre Dumas


Every great story has a dragon. Sometimes it’s fire-breathing and wing-flapping, guarding piles of glittering gold like in the Hobbit movie. Other times, the dragon is less scaly and more sneaky—it’s that big project you’ve been putting off, the tough conversation you’re avoiding, or that intimidating leap toward life goals that feels *way* too big for the likes of you.


But here’s the thing: in every story, the treasure doesn’t come first. The dragon does. And confronting the dragon is the price of admission to the treasure of accomplishment.

Here's another great quote πŸ‘‡

"Only one who has risked the fight with the dragon and is not overcome by it wins the "treasure hard to attain."

Carl Yung 


Dragons Don’t Just Sit Around for Decoration 🐲


Imagine a fantasy movie where the hero strolls into the cave and says, “Oh hey, Mr. Dragon, just grabbing this gold—don’t mind me.” The dragon just nods politely, and boom—end of story. Wouldn’t exactly be a box office hit, right?


The dragon is there for a reason. It makes the treasure valuable. The fire, the sharp teeth, the scary eyes—all of it represents resistance. In real life, our “dragons” are the challenges we’d rather be running from. Fear, procrastination, self-doubt, even Youtube asking, Check out next video?” when you should be working.


The truth is, without the dragon, there’s no real growth.



 The Bigger the Dragon, the Shinier the Treasure ✨


Small dragons give small treasures. Telling yourself you’ll fold laundry before bed? Meh. That’s like finding just one silver coin. But tackling the presentation that scares you, the fitness goal that feels impossible, or launching that new idea you’ve been mulling over? Those are giant dragons with *golden castles* hidden behind them.


The idea is simple: the greater the obstacle, the better the reward. If it’s terrifying, it probably matters.


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How to Gear Up for Dragon-Slaying ⚔️


You don’t march into a dragon’s lair in your pajamas. Heroes prepare themselves. And so should you. Here’s how:


1. Grab your sword of courage. πŸ—‘️ Courage isn’t the absence of fear—it’s taking a shot anyway. Don’t wait to “feel ready.” Spoiler: you never will.


2. Bring a shield of discipline. πŸ›‘️ Consistency beats fire-breath. Even small steps, taken daily, will eventually wear down the beast.


3. Find allies for the quest. 🀝 Every hero has companions. Accountability partners, coaches, or even supportive friends. My spouse keeps me moving when I would rather quit, and vice versa.


4. Remember why you entered the cave. πŸ’‘ You’re not there to tackle reptiles for fun. You’re there for freedom, growth, confidence, and the rewards that are achieved when you earn them.


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 Spoiler Alert: The Dragon Doesn’t Die, It Transforms 


Here’s a plot twist: most of the dragons we fear aren’t destroyed, they just transform.


The moment you confront fear, it shrinks away. The procrastination monster? Turns into momentum. The self-doubt serpent? Morphs into confidence. The obstacle that once blocked your path becomes the stepping stone that made you stronger.


That’s the hidden treasure most people miss. It’s not just about the gold; it’s about becoming the type of person who can face dragons and win.


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 Laugh a Little in the Cave πŸ˜‚


Listen, dragons are scary, but they don’t have to make our lives miserable. Sometimes the best way to face an obstacle is to laugh at it. If your dragon is saying to you “Are you sure you want to do this?”  answer back: “Well, yes, actually, thanks for the reminder!” Humor can really disarm fear and give you the courage to take the next step.


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 Final Word: Treasure Awaits πŸ’Ž


The dragons of life cannot be avoided. You can either face them or spend eternity outside the cave, admiring the treasure you will never be able to touch. However, when you decide to move on with your heart racing and your armor on, you discover something amazing:

You were always braver than you thought.


So, next time you’re staring down the eyes of your next dragon, remember—it’s not blocking you from the treasure, it is the way to the treasure.


Now go pick up that sword. The gold isn’t going to collect itself.



πŸ”₯ If you enjoyed this post and want more mindset adventures, wisdom, and a little humor for your journey, subscribe and check out  Wise Mindset Guy Podcast. Because every hero deserves a guide on the quest.

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