Move Beyond Adversity Blog
Life is a series of choices, and those choices determine our mindset.
Some people fall into a victim mentality, where they feel helpless and blame others for their misfortune.
On the other hand, there are those who embrace a victor mindset, understanding that life is full of challenges,...
Why Do We Struggle to Reach Our Goals?
The pursuit of personal and professional success is a universal aspiration, yet many people find themselves constantly struggling to reach their goals.
Often, this struggle stems from an unhealthy focus on the gap between their current situation and their...
Adversity is an Inevitable Part of Life
We all face challenges, setbacks, and difficult situations that can be overwhelming at times. But it's during these moments that our inner strength and resilience are tested. Staying motivated and focused on our goals amidst adversity can seem...
A Life-Changing Decision
Imagine for a moment that you are standing at the edge of a diving platform, gazing down at the water below. Your heart races, palms sweat, and a sinking feeling overwhelms you. That's the feeling of stepping out of your comfort zone, and it can be daunting. Yet, taking...
Is There Life After Adversity?
Do you ever wonder why some people recover from hardship better than others?
I do. I'm fascinated by people who overcame adversity and moved on to do amazing things and enjoy life. How did they become victors instead of victims?
One of...
Death, Taxes and Adversity
It is said that two things in life are certain: death and taxes. Well, I’m going to add one more: adversity. We are either in the middle of a difficult challenge, coming out of one or getting ready to go into one.
When you are going through adversity, have...
My Cancer Diagnosis
When my oncologist explained my breast cancer diagnosis to me, my eyes glazed over from the medical terms and the chemo treatment information. Then I heard, "Laura, your breast cancer is curable." I sat up straight in the chair. I replied, "That's wonderful news! Tell...
Two Kinds of Change
Change can be good or change can be scary.
Planned change can bring optimism and excitement from anticipation. When obstacles pop up, we can convert our excitement to objections or even lose interest. Once we push through that wall of doubt then we can start to...
Victim vs. Victor
Someone who has a victim mindset feels as if they have no control over their circumstances. Life has it out for them so they can never catch a break. Someone or something is to blame for their misfortune. Over time they become helpless and hopeless.
Someone...
What Is Constructive Grieving?
Most people are familiar with the five stages of grief developed by Psychiatrist Elisabeth Kubler-Ross in the late 60s: denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance.
Everyone experiences grief in different ways and in different timeframes. There...
