15 Things You Forgot About Triple H's Rise To Power In WWE

11. Ditching His Lover And His Friends

Before signing with WCW, it was notable that Levesque ended his relationship with his long term girlfriend. He comments in 'Making The Game' that he didn't want to go into the next phase of his life with any distractions. He wanted to focus solely on wrestling. That self determination helped him make it. He also demonstrated that he wasn't afraid to make big decisions. He had a comfortable life in New Hampshire, he managed a business and had a long term lover. People figured they'd marry and settle down. But Levesque wanted more and gave himself the chance to achieve more. He left his comfort zone behind. He also left behind some of his wrestling buddies, who weren't taking things as seriously as him. He remarks later in 'Making The Game' that on visits back home he still sees these guys working in local shops. It goes to show the difference between pushing yourself and half efforts.