The Unique Try
- Pathways of Possibility
- 2 days ago
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Our efforts matter. In this article, Teresa Sullivan proposes that each time we try - and the perseverance we demonstrate by continuing to try, and try again - matters not only to us but adds to the weight of all the other unique tries in the world.
Sometimes in life, we must rely on ourselves to get through difficult times. And, sometimes, it is a long-term challenge. In these times, the only thing to do is to dig deep and find the fortitude from within to “go the distance”. When you are facing something long-term, it is so important to monitor your attitude and rebalance when needed. Maybe you need a good laugh, a warm hug, or a conversation with a close friend. It’s important to look after the lives within that carry the load. So eating healthily, exercising and getting enough sleep are important too. Remember to take care of yourself.
Another important something to do is to stop once in a while and add things up. Take the time to look at how far you have come. String together moments you feel good about. Call over things that you have grown in yourself as a result of the responsibilities that you shoulder. Take a breath. Forgive the moments you don’t feel good about, and remember you are human, a work in progress, not perfect, and not meant to be.
We never know why our life unfolds the way that it does. What if the obstacles in our path are exactly what we need to change direction, if a change is needed? You never know what may play a part in your destiny. And usually this appreciation comes years later anyway.
We each have our own unique fingerprints. How amazing is that? And what does that say?
One thought is that no one else but you was born to live your life in the unique way that you do. No one else has your hopes and dreams, your aspirations, your purpose. Only you can add value into this world from your perspective.
Each of our life experiences holds importance whether they are the high points or the low points or somewhere in between. When you love, when you try, when you give the best of yourself in the face of whatever comes to test you, then you, I and all of us are the better for it—because then there is more love, more try, and more giving the best of oneself in the world.
So, thank you for raising us all up through every effort you make.
And, keep going.
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