How One Anonymous Quote Can Help Get You Through Tough Times (Every Time)
Getting through the tough times can be such a challenge. When one thing goes wrong, it can have a domino effect on your life. Soon, you are physically, mentally, and emotionally spent.
To top it off, your inner critic (also called the gremlin in your head) might start in on you, trying to trick you into thinking you're a failure or that nothing is ever going to go right again.
During these times, it is so easy to feel like throwing in the towel, but before you do, remember this quote:
“So far, you've survived 100% of your worst days. You're doing great!” - Author Unknown
Isn't that amazing? I remember the first time I stumbled across this quote, I just stared
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For example:
The death of a loved one
Severe illness
Divorce
Job change
Moving
Marriage
Birth
Have you experienced any of the above? You made it through, right? Even when you thought you couldn't take another step for all the stress and frustration, you still came out the other side stronger and wiser than you were before.
Take a moment now to write down a list of times when you've persevered and succeeded. This will help anchor you to the present moment while renewing those buried feelings of strength and confidence.
What Tools Do I Use to Help Myself Get Through Tough Times?
Another way to feel empowered through tough times is to think about the tools you've used in the past. Take some time to think about what has worked for you. Is it prayer? Meditation? Exercise? Talking with friends? Cleaning?
Tools like these are meant to be used again and again each time life throws another curve ball your way.
What Can I Do Right Now to Make One Positive Change In This Situation?
Consider the situation you're going through right now. What is one thing you can do to make a positive change? It doesn't have to be a big thing, and it doesn't have to take a lot of effort. It can be something
The strength to persevere and keep going are traits that are something everyone should learn to have. No matter what you are going through if you have that mentality or mind state I feel like you can accomplish anything you set your mind to. Mattie had her mind set on avenging her fathers death and wanted to do it at any cost and she wouldn’t stop until she’s had her justice. That was her motivation, maybe something can motivate you to keep persevering through the many obstacles in your life.
Have you ever gone to sleep and woke up, wanting to make a change? It might not be a big change, but it can be something that is beneficial to you and other people. Sometimes you might not know where to start, and it can be tough. We as human beings all have this mindset where we are scared of change. We are already comfortable and used to what’s there and changing it can be risky because we don’t know the outcome.
People will always come across ups and downs but its the struggles, hardships, and obstacles people face that determines how strong they are. Walking away from a situation or problem does not make matters better. It does not shield an individual either, it just causes things to be unsettled. Communicating with someone will allow feelings to be exposed in a safe manner and cleansing the soul will also be a great therapeutic technique in rejuvenating the mind.
There are many people in today’s society who undergo many horrible experiences and are able to overcome the hard trials that are placed in front of them in order to become successful in life. While some individuals suggest that these individuals will struggle throughout life and others saying that they just need a few words of encouragement in order to progress in life. Regardless of one’s opinion, it is very important to remember that no one person has to go through anything alone and that help and encouragement will always be available for those who seek it.
I don't have many big struggles in my life, but everyone has struggles every now and then. I do, however have to deal with the fact that two of my close relatives, my aunt and grandpa, are gone. Sometimes it can make me upset, but I just think about how I'm letting it affect me and what they would want me to do. I sometimes also run into challenges related to my education and volleyball. Sometimes I fail at my work but I make sure I keep my grades up and that I practice at volleyball so I can be on the team next year.
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Read the Bible. God left us an over-flowing fountain of good advice in His book. Our soul needs to be fed with His Word on a daily basis. We can make time aside, even for a few minutes, to open our Bibles and read. It’s filled with so many stories on how to deal with what we may be going through. God has so much to say to us and our souls will never be fed with it until we read it.
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