The Sunshine Report As One Chapter Ends… ‘Karen and Jay share thoughts on the importance of finding your inner strength’ Have you ever had a difficult moment? When all the forces around you seemed arrayed against your every move? And you just felt like there was no way out. We’ve all had times like this. And, when these moments occur, we have a choice. We can surrender; give up and accept defeat. Or we can reach down deep. Muster something deep inside us and find our inner strength – that reservoir of power that allows us to take our game to an entirely different level. And, in so doing, achieve success far beyond what we had imagined possible. Life is full of surprises, we start out with so many great plans, but along the way, we encounter certain challenges that will cause us to doubt ourselves and our abilities. During any one of these trying times, it is easy to forget that we have an inner strength that comes from believing in our ability to overcome challenges. Take some time to reflect on your life, experiences, and challenges. Identify moments when you have shown resilience and strength, no matter how small they may seem. This will help you recognize that you already have some inner strength within you. Set goals when you face challenges. But while you do this, make sure to be kind to yourself and acknowledge that everyone has weaknesses and makes mistakes. Each time you overcome an obstacle, you build your resilience and inner strength. Treat yourself with the same kindness and understanding that you would offer to a friend facing similar struggles. Yet it’s not just about what we can do for ourselves, others can help too. Make sure to seek support. Surround yourself with positive, supportive people who uplift and encourage you. Talking about your feelings with others can provide insights and perspective that you might not have considered. This will help you cultivate a positive mindset by focusing on gratitude and positivity. Replace negative self-talk with affirmations that reinforce your inner strength and abilities. Remember that finding your inner strength is not about becoming invulnerable or impervious to life's challenges. It's about developing resilience, self-awareness, and the ability to navigate through difficulties with grace and determination. Be patient with yourself, as this process may take time.  Many people lose focus and most probably give up on their dreams because they fail to take advantage of the inner strength which everyone possesses. You must do all you can to avoid falling into that category. Focusing on your inner strength starts with believing in yourself. While the results may not be immediate, I can assure you that in the end, the outcome will be fully worth the effort. Read The Report Mount Rushmore - A Mountain of Inspiration Looking to the Future! Read More Mount Kearsarge: Gateway to New Hampshire's 4,000-Footers Read More Positive Profile of the Week: Tommy Caldwell In the climbing world, climbers always look for the next climb as each ascent clears the way for other climbers. With this in mind, we are delighted to highlight as our Positive Profile of the Week – Tommy Caldwell. Considered one of the best climbers in the world, Tommy Caldwell has faced many challenges that made him stronger, not only as a climber but also as a person. Growing up in Colorado, Caldwell got his love for climbing from his parents, especially his father, who was a mountain guide and climber. A world traveler in climbing, Tommy has a number of notable climbs under his belt, but also has had some incredible trials. In 2000, militants kidnapped him in the mountains of Kyrgyzstan while on a trip with several climbing partners. He escaped after pushing the assailant off a cliff and fleeing to local government soldiers. About a year later, his finger was cut off by a table saw; even though his finger could be reattached, the doctors told him that he might not be able to climb again. He took the news as a challenge and, with a missing finger, continued to defy the impossible and keep climbing the hardest cliffs. A trailblazer of free climbing, Caldwell is known for being the first to climb Yosemite’s 3,000-foot El Capitan’s Dawn Wall in 2015. The 19-day climb of the Dawn Wall took six years of planning and was documented in two films, ‘The Progression,’ and ‘The Dawn Wall.’ His memoir, ‘The Push,’ tells the story of his historic climb and other stories of his adventures of finding the next climb. Not much keeps Tommy down as he’s always looking up - to that next ascent. We admire the courage, the grit and the spirit of Tommy Caldwell. An individual who will always be looking for the next challenge, the next mountain to climb – and inspiring us all to attack our lives with a deep passion and positive energy. Thank you, Tommy Caldwell! Quote of the Week "Climb the mountain not to plant your flag, but to embrace the challenge, enjoy the air and behold the view. Climb it so you can see the world, not so the world can see you." - David McCullough Jr.     Jay Lucas | www.JayLucas.us  Share This Email Share This Email Share This Email Jay Lucas | 7 Portwalk Pl, Portsmouth, NH 03801 Unsubscribe [email protected] Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by [email protected]