Next you have to find out the true reason why you aren’t succeeding. Is it really because you aren’t working as hard as you should or is there a hidden reason? Perhaps you are losing motivation. If this is the case, you should think about how what you do now will impact your future. It is difficult to stay motivated when you are young because there is very little immediate gratification. That all comes later in life when you’ve gotten a full ride to college and you don’t have to work two jobs just to pay tuition.

It all comes down to how you feel and what you want. Succeeding at the highest level sometimes requires personal sacrifice which usually includes your social life. Most people aren’t willing to devote that much time and energy but the rewards tend to be great. Life is so much better when you reach your potential.