It's Not in the Fall; It's in the Gettin' Up!

Sometimes I complain about the challenges of my life - I wish I had a better job, I wish I had more money, I want that, I wish this was better, why couldn't it just be easier? Then, I always meet someone whose tragedies make my hardships seem so diminutive.?

?

Have you ever met someone who has been through enough emotional, physical, mental, and psychological anguish to last three lifetimes?? And somehow, they put it all in perspective and move forward with a positive sense of purpose and direction.?

?

Such warriors deserve all the joy that comes their way.? I don’t know how they survived whatever it was they survived--- life-threatening accidents, catastrophic disabilities, divorce, abuse, unexpected death.? I’m not even sure they could all share just how they overcame.

?

But they did overcome.? And that in itself, is more than enough inspiration.? If only I lived each day with a similar resolve, a determined focus, and a willing heart.? Then, maybe I will discover that happiness is really just right around the corner, waiting for me to simply make that turn.

?

“If success is getting up one more time than I fall, then I’m not worried about the fall.? I just wanna get up.”

?

?

?

?

Debbie Pullens

Advocate for Justice | Professional Aromatherapist | Sound Practitioner | Realtor

1 年

Well said my dear! ?????? There is so much power in getting up.

回复
Molly Leamon

Adjunct Professor at University of Colorado at Denver

1 年

Rory...you are an inspiration, as you do live with resolve, focus and, always, a willing heart! Thankful for you!! ??

回复
melanie andrews

Executive director at Hub. City arts

1 年

Rory. So glad you reached out. Really adore you . I may be able to hire your company. Currently still running Innercity. Shakespeare. Have won many awards including a presidential metal. Working with Val Kilmer at his studio ( HelMel studio. In east hollywood . Reach out. I sure our dance is not over. [email protected]. dr Melanie Curtis Andrews. Ps. You only fell because you were tripped. Lol

回复

要查看或添加评论,请登录

Rory Pullens的更多文章

  • A Holiday Smile

    A Holiday Smile

    It doesn’t take much to affect someone’s day. Sure, announcing that you’ve won the lottery would be a major uplifting…

    2 条评论
  • Should We Still Trust?

    Should We Still Trust?

    Whatever happened to the days when people trusted one another? A person was as good as his or her handshake. Your word…

    2 条评论
  • Who Will Change Your Life Today?

    Who Will Change Your Life Today?

    I was at my optometrist’s office for my annual check-up and found a seat next to an elderly Jewish woman. We exchanged…

  • Just When I Thought My Job Was Everything

    Just When I Thought My Job Was Everything

    I was taking a walk around the park lake the other day. I just wanted to air out a few things in my head.

    1 条评论
  • The Company We Keep Matters

    The Company We Keep Matters

    Do you ever notice how you tend to take on the qualities of those that you spend significant time with? Think about…

  • There Is No "End" Without the "Begin"

    There Is No "End" Without the "Begin"

    I finally started my exercise program today! I ran one lap around the track down the street at the local high school…

    3 条评论
  • Remember Me For What?

    Remember Me For What?

    While driving the other day, I began to wonder. What is my legacy going to be? Will I be remembered for my…

    2 条评论
  • I Found It!

    I Found It!

    How do some people stay mentally “up” while others seem to get squashed by the pressures of everyday trials? Are they…

  • Ready to Give Up Or Ready to Give?

    Ready to Give Up Or Ready to Give?

    Most of us would never admit to ever “giving up.” But the reality is that too many of us “give out.

    1 条评论
  • What You See Is What You Get!

    What You See Is What You Get!

    What you see is what you get!” an old school comedian named Flip Wilson used to quip in his routines. You probably…

    2 条评论

社区洞察

其他会员也浏览了