Standing Strong in Crosswinds
In life, it’s often not swimming against the current that’s the hardest, but when pressure hits you from an unexpected direction, from the side. It’s harder to stand firm in these moments because you can’t always prepare. Side attacks often catch you off guard and sweep you away. This post explores how to face such challenges and how to find strength in difficult situations.
We think swimming against the current is tough; but it’s just slow. You can prepare for it: you move a little slower, but the crowd avoids you. The real challenge is standing firm in a crosswind, which is harder to prepare for. The masses coming from the side are never fair, they always sweep you away.
It’s easy to be loved if I undervalue myself!
“I’ve gotten used to people talking behind my back.” (János Kiss, bus driver)
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September 25, 2024.
