Tackling adversity

 

Tackling Adversity

 

“In the middle of every opportunity lies adversity.”

                                                         Albert Einstein

Adversity affects each of us. We may choose to wallow in self-pity, become angry, bitter, and frustrated, or we may decide to find the silver lining. In the challenge, we may see an opportunity to grow and become better versions of ourselves.

Adversity comes to us in various forms, including our relationships, finances, health, and careers, among others. Adversity may bring out the best in us or the worst in us. We would be doing ourselves a favour by choosing to find the opportunities and possibilities for strength and growth rather than lamenting our fate. Difficulties push us out of our comfort zones. They make us think and act differently in ways that we might not have otherwise. Instead of the “why me?” refrain, adversity can be an opportunity to pull up our socks and inch forward.

A close friend has lost her job as an administrator and accountant in a doctor's clinic. and has spent months running from pillar to post searching for another job but remains unsuccessful. She begins to explore fields different from hers and sees an opportunity in pursuing another passion—nursing. She’s working on it... She’s not sure if it will take off but is not averse to exploring the opportunity.

 

When adversity strikes:

 

·       Explore possibilities and opportunities

Cultivating a positive mindset and looking for opportunities to learn and grow from difficult situations is the key to tackling adversity.

 

·       Count Your Blessings

Despite the adverse situation, you are still blessed in so many ways. Recognising and giving thanks for the blessings can help you see opportunities in an otherwise hopeless situation.

 

·       Find and put in place a strong support network.

 

Having a strong and true network of friends, egging you on and helping you stay positive, is essential when you are under stress.

 

·       Adapt and Adjust

    The only constant in life is change, and once we get used to the idea of change while working on being adaptable and adjusting, it helps us deal with adversity.

 

·       Take a trip down memory lane

Reflecting on past experiences and the lessons learnt from them helps tackle present adverse situations.

 

Stay strong, stay resilient, and don’t let that opportunity slip away when it comes knocking on your door.

 

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