Posted by Peter Arnold / Canada on March 26, 2003 at 11:45:55:
Dear PN Partners:
Every part of our lives has "struggles". It may be battles of -- financial - marital - war - legal - business - spiritual - health issues - whatever.
One of the many wonderful eZines I subscribe to comes from a positive and uplifting website from 'Destin'...
==> http://www.DawningTruth.com (you'll need to copy this down and type it into your browser).
I would like to share with you, today's message -- and give you a link at the bottom, to get your own FREE eBook -- of the magnificant story of Victory over Struggle ==> the HELEN KELLER story - over 150 pages - it's Free. I receive 'no' benefit from this.
Hope you enjoy this article, and the inspirational Helen Keller eBook, as much as I did.
Sincerely, Peter A
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5 WAYS YOU CAN TURN YOUR STRUGGLES Into VICTORIES
(by Destin & Trei)
"Every struggle is a victory" (Helen Keller)
In life, every one of us goes through situations where we have to face and conquer challenges. To a large degree our ultimate happiness and success are determined by how we deal with these challenges. In this brief article, we will explore 5 KEY aspects for turning your Struggles into Victories.
These pointer’s have been scientifically validated by Dr Paul G Stoltz, and are outlined in detail in his book - "Adversity Quotient".
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1 ==> MANAGE YOUR EMOTION - The first step in dealing with a challenge is to manage your emotions. In challenging times, we often feel a sense of overwhelm, helplessness or a wide range of other emotions. We need to 'manage' these emotions, in order for us to be able to think clearly about the situation.
You can manage your emotions in a few ways. You could distract yourself until you regain your composure - you could change your environment - do some exercise, listen to soothing music - eat hot foods - take a nice relaxing bath - or help someone else.
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2 ==> GET THE FACTS - What happened? - What caused this situation? - Which part was caused by me, and which part was caused by others? - What options exist? - How have other people in similar situations, solved similar problems? - What could I do to improve things, even if it only makes a small difference? Information is key to making right choices.
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3 ==> DO SOMETHING TO GAIN A LITTLE CONTROL - Do something, however small, to gain at least some control over the situation. You can ask yourself: What could I do to gain even a little control over this situation? What 'little' thing could I do to influence this situation? Then do it!
4 ==> DO SOMETHING TO LIMIT THE REACH - No matter how bad a situation may appear, there is almost always a way to 'limit' its impact. Napolean Hill said - "In every adversity lies the seed of equal, or even greater benefit". Even the worst situations, can be turned to good - all you need to do is wonder about -- How can this situation be used to my 'advantage'? - How can I 'limit the reach' of this situation? - How can I limit 'how long' this situation needs to endure?
When you have these answers, take positive, decisive action. Taking action fills you with hope and a sense that you can 'do something' about the situation.
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5 ==> TAKE ONE STEP AT A TIME - The final principle of dealing with challenges is to take it 'one step at a time'. HELEN KELLER, who lost both her sight and her hearing while still a very young child, used this principle to great affect. She completed a university degree - learned several languages, including classical Greek - became a world famous author - and was called, "The Greatest Woman of our Age", by Sir Winston Churchill.
Whilst completing her university degree, and facing almost unbelievable obstacles, she would always -simply 'continue on'. She would fight 'one battle at a time' - and slowly but surely, get through the challenge. Her life attests to the positive power of this approach.
In a similar way, take it one day at a time - strive to do at least one thing every day - no matter how small - and you will notice "your" situation change.
Dr Paul G Scholtz said - "Adversity fuels greatness."
CONCLUSION - As you think about this article, you may begin to wonder how you can apply these principles to your 'own' life. You may wonder how you can turn your 'own' obstacles into victories. You may wonder what one little thing you can do to gain some control over 'your' situation, and grow and develop, and do something great, something really important.
Because deep down inside - every single one of us knows that we are 'meant' to fulfil a unique and wonderful Destiny.
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