Stay The Course

In 1994 Robert Zemeckis directed super star actor Tom Hanks in a movie called Forest Gump. The movie itself is a tale of love, loss and overcoming while defying the odds. The story chronicles the life of a young man who was seemingly at a disadvantage from by physical and maybe even mental challenges; the story is filled with quotes that seem to be so true about life.

One of the most famous lines from the movie was one where Forest pointed out to a stranger “Momma always said life was like a box of chocolates, you never know what you’re gonna get!” Well Forest that is true in so many ways. I would motion to say that if life is like a box of chocolates then you are blessed because there are times when life is just not that sweet, but rather a bitter pill to swallow. It is true you never know what you’re going to get!

When life for you has been met with opposition and difficult times know that it is ok. If you are hurt disappointed, angry, depressed or feeling like you have really messed up know that it is all a part of the process. Often times we hold feelings inside or feel a sense of guilt attached to our feelings. You are allowed to feel the way you feel about whatever is going on in your life, but don’t get stuck there!! Own your feelings assess the situation and try to grow from your experiences and move forward.

Sometimes life isn’t all sunshine and roses but down fret! Hard times are often the precursor to better times and advancement. Be gentle with yourself you are doing the best you can. At the time you may not have accomplished everything you set out to do, you may not have the house, the car, or the spouse you want, but if you take a look back over where you’ve been and what you have already accomplished you will see that you have so much to be thankful for. Stay the Course! The Best is yet to come!!