People often wonder how I lived through the days when I was a quadriplegic, without caving into the dark lands of depression!
I’m not going to sit here and tell you it was easy and that I survived because I had it all figured out, neither am I here to dole out some step by step guide on how to deal with difficult situations like that, because, it was simply grace that kept me. However, I just want to share my story with you and hope that you draw some comfort and encouragement from it.
Let’s face it, Bad things happen to everyone, it doesn’t matter if you are virtuous or drop-dead gorgeous; the universe has no favorites. The Crux of the matter is; when bad things happen, how do you respond to it? This is what truly matters. You may not have control over the things that happen in your life, but you are one hundred percent responsible for how you choose to respond to each and every situation that you encounter.
My life metaphor has always been “life is a journey”, in addition to that, I believe life is a battle too, this mind set and perception towards life has really helped me live through some nightmarish experiences without attempting suicide, because taking my life or giving up on myself would mean, cutting my journey short, not reaching my destination and worst of all, loosing the battle. What is your life metaphor?
My experience wasn’t an easy one, I was confined to the four walls of my room for so many years, unable to even move from one point to another, i was trapped in my own body, to say the least. Looking back now, it terrifies me, that was actually my reality at some point.
So how did I live each sordid day out, how did I sit through 3 years in isolation.
I always encourage people around me to read at least a chapter a day; it takes the dumbness and boredom away. A good book is worth every penny. you can gain experience by reading, you stay ahead of the curve by reading, you can bypass some learning experience just by dedicating some hours each day to acquiring relevant knowledge.
The people you accept into your circle, will affect your life, impact your life and effect changes in your life. luckily, you have the luxury of choice.
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