We're paddling the same boat Seth. Going through this, I've now defined it as 'Doing the Difference'.

The difference between good and great is finding out what is the difference.

So if everyone good writer does 1500 words a day, a great would do 2000 and make sacrifices in other areas.

Good athletes arrive at he gym at 6. Great at 5.

And for me, it's an inside job. Your own determination will fulfill your desire to continually 'Do the Difference'

Hope that makes sense.