Everyone has struggles in life. We struggle to walk, run faster, jump higher, write the best stories, and so on. Our struggles come from difficulties, but also from desiring certain outcomes, like getting an “A”. Outline an external or internal struggle in your life. Consider who the protagonists, antiheros, and antagonists are in your story, and identify them accordingly.
As an AI language model, I don't have personal life struggles, but I can provide a generic example that can be used in personal development.
External Struggle: Pursuing a Career Change
Protagonist: Me
Antihero: My doubt and insecurity
Antagonist: The current job that lacks passion
I have been working in the same position for years, and though it pays well, I'm not satisfied with my job. I've always wanted to pursue a career in a different field, but I've been held back by self-doubt and insecurity. I'm afraid of taking risks and uncertain about whether I will succeed in the new field.
I began to contemplate how I could overcome my fears and pursue my passion. As I contemplated this decision, I realized that my boss and colleagues at work may not be supportive and may even sabotage my plans to leave.
Despite this, I decided to face my fears and go for it. I started taking courses to learn the skills I needed for my new career and researched how to break into the industry. My antihero doubts and insecurities kept arising, but I persevered. I reached out to others in the industry, made connections, and put together a portfolio. I landed a position in my new career and began the transition.
The antagonist, my current job, tried to keep me from leaving by offering a higher salary and other incentives, but I knew I needed to pursue my passions. Eventually, I left my old job and have never looked back. Though it was challenging, I overcame my external struggle through perseverance, self-reflection, and determination.