I met a charming lady on a flight from Philadelphia to Phoenix recently who shared with me the tribulations of living with a learning disability. 

She was on her way to Arizona to finish work on her doctorate in mental health.

What struck me was that she had to turn her disabilities into accomplishments when she could have easily succumbed to them.

And whom did she credit for this gift of inspiration?

Her father who said “Don’t listen to others, you can overcome anything”.

Dad was the driving force in this woman’s life and while he will not be here to see his daughter fulfill her dream (he passed away five months ago), she attains her goal because he was there for her with the right words of encouragement.

When was the last time we gave such unconditional assurances to those around us so they can believe in themselves and their ability to overcome adversity and achieve success?

Make a short list of people who can be helped by actively believing in them.

Then begin reciting the mantra:  “You can overcome anything”.

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