From the editor...
Overcome!
Life is tough but people are a lot tougher!
While contemplating what are my desires are for 2012, many thoughts came to mind especially after having experienced what was indeed one heck of a ride in 2011. Like many of you, there were moments when I simply did not quite know what I was looking at. But, despite the challenges, I somehow managed to push through. And perhaps like you too, I have my bruises as evidence, BUT, I am here and I am so much better for having gone through it!
The interesting thing about overcoming challenges is, you emerge with an incredible sense of clarity and perspective that would not have been possible had you not gone through the pain that typically comes with such an experience. What you quickly learn is that the struggle is indeed a critical part of the process of living and is what creates the jewel that is left behind!
And no, no one invites struggle into their lives and no one wants to deal with it when it comes. The simple truth is, if you are alive, there is no escaping trouble. If you live long enough you will at some point face struggles - with your finances, relationships, health and all the little annoyances that can at times overwhelm even the most resilient among us.
The good news however is, no matter how big the struggle, you are innately prepared to handle whatever comes your way.
Consider this. Everything you are going through , have gone through, or will go through, has been experienced by someone else before. And you might ask, why is this important? It is important because anything that has already been overcome or dealt with before is just a problem waiting for the right person or moment to apply the solution. Your most powerful tool for dealing with struggle, rests squarely on your shoulders. You don’t have to win the lottery, buy anything or borrow anything from anyone. It is yours for FREE — you need only to THINK!
When trouble appears in your life, think — who do I know that has gone through this before? Or how do I go about finding the right person to help me to get a handle on my challenge?
For every problem there is a solution! Most often the solution eludes us not because it is a mystery, but rather because we look for answers in all the wrong places. To overcome one must search for answers with a clear head and a determined spirit. And it is in searching that we learn how to overcome.
The year ahead is unknown. We can look at our current situation and panic or we can view our situations as opportunities to write an amazing new chapter in our lives. We have everything we need to do it and the question I have for you is - ARE YOU WILLING?
Here’s wishing you good health, prosperity, hope and all the love your heart can hold in 2012!
Deigratia,
Bonnie
