There isn’t any doubt that life, like a wave, can roll in and attempt to knock you down time and time again. This is pretty much a sure thing. Even the strongest of people take on these forceful blows. You are not any different than anyone else; hardship does not discriminate!
Many stories of triumph have been brought to you in this column. Today’s article recaps a few of these stories (just a handful of the many shared) to offer you hope if you’re in a similar situation. These individuals have not only coped through their trauma but they have turned negative energy into positive. Click on the below links to read more about each story:
Rick Raths has survived 4 near death experiences. He lost friends in an accident he survived. Today he lives his life in their memory.
Judy Marquette lost her son on Easter Sunday and she now devotes her efforts reaching out to others suffering loss.
Rachel Holmes coped through years of domestic violence, sexual assault and drugs. Today she is healthy and Rachel mentors others struggling through similar hardship.
Lydia Rojas lost her daughter Stephanie to a fatal asthma attack while in a pool at school. Lydia now devotes her time educating others about the dangers of asthma.
Tom Hoatlin transitioned his career after a life changing robbery left him with a spinal cord injury. He works with others struggling with the impact of a spinal cord injury.
These individuals could have curled up and hid from life. But, instead, they moved beyond the victim mentality and they found the courage to turn their negative into a life positive.
You too can brave any wave of hardship that is trying to take you under! Remember, you’re not alone. If they can do it, you can too! In the short-term, retreat for a break if you need time to assess and rejuvenate but come back powered to persevere!
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