There are only two mistakes we can make along the road – not going all the way or not starting at all (Buddha). Struggles are inevitable is life. We experience phases of ebbs & flows. Self-love & compassion is the key to wade through tough times.
1. Problem is a symptom of something else
When struggling, we can try to find the root causes – why? An underlying, deeper challenge to honestly recognise & accept. Acknowledging the real challenges helps get our life back on track. Often, the answers we seek always lie within. We just need to find it, relentlessly. Uncertainty is needed to find our purpose & meaning.
2. We are never alone
It doesn’t matter what the situation is. We can remember that there are many who’ve been through what we’re currently facing. We can reach out actively for support. Helps us heal faster with trusted guidance. Asking for help is a sign of strength. We can be proud of our vulnerability.
3. We can overcome
Don’t give up, endure with self-belief & support. Strive to be the best version of ourselves, even when swimming against tides. Believe with grit.
4. We are good enough
It’s easy to self-sabotage, to believe that we don’t deserve, that we are unworthy. Our self worth & value is tested more than any other time in our lives. Struggles don’t define who we are. We do.
5. We will make mistakes
No one is perfect. We will make mistakes, but we are not our mistakes. Focus on fated lessons, on how to apply our wisdom to creatively evolve, to transform circumstances. Our life is only ours to create, only we are responsible for our joy, fulfilment & success.
6. We must believe we can
We can’t leave our struggles without calculated risks, innovative solutions, fresh perspectives & focused actions. Take baby steps without fears of failure. Encourage intuitive inspiration. Allow tests as a stimulating challenge. Find compromises & explore new paths. We’ll always have obstacles in life, as long as we live. No fears, mistakes or failures should prevent us from living our best life. Visualise, imagine & aspire to turn all the precious dreams & goals into reality.