Life is a path. But, no one can say it is an easy one. No
one can say life will not beat you down. In fact, it will beat you down. On
your knees. And it will keep you there, if you let it. There I go again quoting
Rocky Balboa. But, it’s true. Life is tough. Sometimes way too tough.
There comes times when nothing works out. There comes times
when everyone leaves you. You turn around and there you are alone, even your
shadow does not follow you. What do you do in a situation like that? How do you
cope up? Who do you blame for the sudden downfall?
And then the billion dollar question is – how do you
survive?
Not everyone goes through such darkness. Not everyone is
strong enough to endure the torment and still live to talk about it. Not
everyone is the protagonist of a bestseller. And it is damn tough being the
Hero.
So, how do you keep your spirit alive when even God abandons
you? How?
Write To Yourself
This helps. In times when unknown stars shine upon you and
no footprint can guide you ahead, you need yourself. Writing is like therapy.
It takes the frustration out of the system. It also creates a log of life. You
can consult it later. Nothing motivates more than seeing yourself improving
every day. So, rather than just talking to yourself. Write. Write a letter. Or,
strike up a conversation with your own soul. Remember that heart knows. And
heart never misleads.
Quit Reading Horoscope
Hmm…we resort to reading horoscopes when life becomes one
lengthy dark night. We try to find the flicker of light in our stars. But, the
fault is not in our stars. It lies within us. Of course, I am not saying astrology
is total bullshit. But, daily horoscope comes with its own peril. If it says a
bad day is ahead, you will keep expecting everything to go wrong. And if it
predicts a wonderful day, you will sigh in frustration and ask – where is that
wonderful day? You get my point? Speaking from experience, don’t read
horoscope. Don’t look at the stars for guidance. Dig within your soul instead.
Do What You Do Best
Hobbies can be a great diversion. When you can focus on
nothing but gloom, turn to your hobby. Read a good book or watch a good movie.
Even a couple of hours’ respite can work as a miracle. Allow yourself to heal.
Keep Your Goal in Mind
Have you watched Rocky 4? Do you remember Rocky pasting the
image of Ivan Drago on the mirror before he began his training? Drago was
Rocky’s goal. He kept his goal where his eyes would fall first thing in the
morning. Do it. Write down your goal and paste it somewhere you are bound to
look at. Nothing motivates more than seeing what you are living for. Everyone
must have a reason to wake up every day.
Find a Mentor
A mentor does not have to be someone who is present near
you. It can be someone who is not alive. It can be someone who lives millions
of miles apart. A mentor shows the ways. Find someone whose story you connect
to. Make this person’s life story your road map to follow. At least for a time
being. Tell yourself, if he can, so can I. Of course, you can. You just gotta
keep trying.
Sweat It
Nothing takes frustration out of your system better than a
good workout session. Ever tried sweating it out? Well, workout does not only
help you slim down, it helps you think better too. Try it. Hit the floor. Or,
hit the road. Choose your workout session. Eventually, you will get addicted to
it. Better workout and sweat than alcohol or drugs.
Read Motivational Stories or Watch Motivational Movies
Chicken Soup can help your soul. But, everyone is not a
reader. If you are not, you can watch motivational movies. For me it’s Rocky 4.
For you it might be something else. But, do something to motivate yourself. It’s
needed, especially when no light flickers at the end of the tunnel.
Hold On a Moment Longer
It’s all about a moment. Just one moment and it might all be
over. You never know. Yes, it hurts to hold on. Sometimes arms go numb, fingers
slip and knuckles bleed. But, holding on is all we can do. Just a moment and
that’s it. Life will become better again.
Don’t Bleed in Public
There is no point in telling your story unless you have made
it big. When you have earned back your dignity, when you are driving a
Lamborghini or an Audi, tell your story. People will read it for motivation. But,
until then your story does not matter. Not to anyone. So, hold your tongue.
They don’t care. But, you can make them care. It’s your life. Only you can make
it large. Not by talking about it. But, by doing whatever you can.
Say a Prayer of Gratification
Yes, God abandons us. He does answer our prayers in silence.
Even then show your gratification. Make sure to look up and say thanks every
day. You know why? Because, at least you have a path, a way, a dream and the
ability to make your dream come true. There are millions of people out there who
do not even know how to dream.
You see, easier said than done. Yes, you might think so. You
have the right. These points will not make your troubles go away. They
certainly did not make mine disappear. But, these might help you give a better
shot at it. Fight harder. There is no story in happiness. So, keep heart.
Tomorrow will shine with better opportunity. It’s not how hard you can hit after all. It’s how hard you can get hit
and keep moving.
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