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  • Writer's pictureBrian R. Schobel, CPA

Keep Moving Forward: Striving in the Face of Struggles



Life is an exciting journey full of twists and turns, highs and lows, joy and sorrow. At times, the path is clear and the skies are bright, while other times we face a road filled with obstacles and stormy clouds. But it is precisely this struggle, this relentless dance between success and failure, joy and sorrow, that molds us into who we are.


Struggles, as daunting as they may seem, are an essential part of life. They are not roadblocks on our journey, but stepping stones. They guide us, shape us, and eventually transform us. They add layers to our character, building resilience and grit. However, in the heart of a struggle, it is easy to feel overwhelmed and consider giving up. But remember, no storm lasts forever, and the sun will shine again.


Many great people from history faced tremendous adversities, yet their legacy lives on today because they chose not to be defined by their struggles, but by how they overcame them. They understood that their experiences, both good and bad, were the forge upon which their spirit was shaped.


We must realize that we cannot control everything that happens to us, but we can control how we respond to it. The response to adversity is what separates the ordinary from the extraordinary. Embrace challenges as opportunities for growth rather than insurmountable problems. As hard as it may seem, remember to keep moving forward.


To everyone out there feeling tired, feeling like giving up – don't. Remember why you started in the first place. Remember the dreams that once made your heart beat faster. Reignite that passion and don't let the flame die out. Your journey is your own, and every step you take, no matter how small, is progress.


Believe in yourself, even when things seem bleak. Recognize that failure is not the opposite of success, but a part of it. It is in failure that we learn our most profound lessons, and it is through falling that we learn to stand up taller.


Remember, the struggles you face today develop the strength you need for tomorrow. Each challenge encountered is an opportunity for growth, a chance to push our boundaries, to learn, and to improve. Don't shy away from them. Instead, face them head-on, confident in the knowledge that you are stronger than any obstacle in your path.


The road may be tough, and the journey may be long, but don't lose heart. There is a strength within you greater than any struggle you face. Hold your head high, take a deep breath, and keep going. Life is a beautiful, complex tapestry of experiences, woven together by our actions and reactions. So, let's keep weaving, keep striving, and above all, keep moving forward, because the best is yet to come!


Remember, you are not alone in your struggles. We are all in this together, each facing our battles, each with our triumphs and failures. So, let's support one another, lifting each other up, because together we can overcome anything.


Keep striving. Keep believing. Keep moving forward.



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