Interestingly enough many individuals who approach me regarding advice on how to improve their health have many other challenges that they are dealing with other than just poor fitness levels. Once we start focusing on overall health, time management and a balanced lifestyle, confidence tends to improve in conjunction with fitness levels. Once the clients confidence level increases he or she usually starts to look at other challenges in their life with more confidence and what do you know...they tackle those as well. Overcoming obstacles isn't an easy task but focusing on health has a way of providing a certain level of confidence and gives the ability to tackle other sticky spots in life. Once of my favorite Native American stories on overcoming obstacles is below. Enjoy.
A Native American Story
There is a legend among Native Americans concerning the two paths of life. One path slopes gently down some low hills to the valley below. The legend says that this is a broad and easy path, but it leads into the desert where death waits. The other path winds upward over a steep and rocky trail. It is filled with many difficulties, and only the strong can reach the heights of the mountain where the eagles soar. Through this legend, Indian parents teach their children that the easy way is not the best way. Strong character is built by facing the obstacles and overcoming them, instead of trying to avoid the difficulties by seeking a life of ease.
SOURCE:
“Sower’s Seeds Aplenty”
Brian Cavanaugh, T.O.R.
Paulist Press
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