“What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger” – We’re all so used to this cliché floating around in song lyrics, conversations with well-meaning sympathisers and echoing in our own heads as we try not to drown in the tsunami-ridden waters of life. But have you ever questioned the truth of the statement? Does adversity really make us stronger? I personally don’t believe it does, and I’ll tell you why…
Considering current events and the fact that 2021 didn’t come flitting in like your fairy godmother to magic away all the problems you’re facing right now, it’s probably safe to say that you’re lacking some fun in your life.
What would life be like, if, instead of hoping for support and approval from others, you gave YOURSELF everything you are longing for?
Most of us have a strong desire to be successful in life. We see success as a mountain to be conquered, a dragon to be slain, a destination to be reached – in other words, a single point in time which will define who we are.
Next time you want to start something new but feel “stuck” in that fearful, frustrated state of mind we all know so well, give these puzzle-building tactics a try...
From that first day of gratitude journaling things began to shift, I started to see and experience things I had been taking for granted because I was actively looking for them throughout the day. The world didn’t change, but my outlook did – and that, in turn, changed my world.
We are constantly bombarded with the idea that motivation is the key to success. That having a good enough reason to want something will magically provide us with all the willpower we need to propel ourselves over, under or through any obstacle that stands in our way. The most important thing to remember, is that as much as we want to strive for a fantastic future, life happens NOW. This moment is the only reality you have, so enjoy it while it’s here. Appreciate the journey and have some fun along the way!
We are constantly bombarded with the idea that youth is something we should strive to keep – even if the only way we can hold on to it is by keeping our age a secret! Youth is wonderful when you have it, but it doesn’t last. Instead of letting the world convince you that you should be mourning its loss, change your mindset so that you can celebrate and be proud of the level you’re at and how far you’ve come.
You can and should accept help and support, you have to decide to get out of your own way. You have to decide to push through the fear, to be honest with yourself about your limitations and your excuses and to just do what you’re putting off with the only criteria for success being “did the thing”.
Portal to Change 