We all face challenges and difficulties in our lives. Sometimes, we feel overwhelmed by the problems we have to deal with, and we lose hope and motivation. We may think that we are not good enough, that we are doomed to fail, or that we have no control over our circumstances. We may fall into a negative spiral of thoughts and emotions and become miserable.
But there is another way to approach our challenges. We can choose to see them as opportunities for growth and learning. We can choose to focus on the positive aspects of our situation, and the solutions we can find. We can choose to believe in ourselves, and our ability to overcome any obstacle. We can choose to be strong.
The amount of work we have to put in is the same, whether we choose misery or strength. We still have to face our problems and take action to solve them. We still have to deal with our emotions, and cope with stress. We still have to make decisions and accept the consequences. But the difference is in how we perceive our work, and how we feel about it.
When we choose misery, we see our work as a burden, a punishment, or a waste of time. We feel resentful, angry, or depressed. We complain, blame, or avoid. We lose sight of our goals, and our purpose. We become passive, reactive, or defensive.
When we choose strength, we see our work as a challenge, a reward, or a source of satisfaction. We feel grateful, optimistic, or proud. We appreciate, learn, or improve. We keep our eyes on our goals, and our purpose. We become active, proactive, or creative.
The choice is ours. We can either make ourselves miserable, or we can make ourselves strong. The amount of work is the same.
-Eddie
