People always face challenges they must overcome in order to move forward. Overcoming these challenges is an essential part of life, significantly influencing personal growth. Those who embrace challenges as opportunities will continue on their journey of growth, while those who hesitate and avoid them may remain stagnant.
The majority try to avoid challenges, believing that the difficulties they face will last forever. Additionally, the fear of failure or the discomfort of facing adversity may demotivate them, making the problem seem insurmountable. However, based on the experiences of those who have overcome their own obstacles, it’s clear that no challenge lasts forever.
Not only are the results and lessons learned important, but the process of overcoming challenges is equally crucial. The methods one uses during this process reinforce personal strength, provide self-assurance, and foster internal motivation. Still, it is important that these methods remain legal and justifiable, without resorting to unethical or illegal means. True growth comes from tapping into one’s potential and strength to surmount difficulties.
Some may need external motivation or support to overcome their challenges, and that’s perfectly natural. Whether the challenge is big or small, every step taken toward overcoming it helps individuals discover their capabilities and develop their self-esteem.
Overcoming challenges is not linear; it’s not always gradual. It’s more like a staircase, where progress seems to pause during certain stages, but when you reach the end of each flat part, there is a big leap forward. Most people give up during the horizontal parts of the staircase, believing they will go on forever, unaware that if they just endure, a significant reward awaits at the end.
Finally, hardships come into our lives in many forms, shaping who we are and who we will become. By pushing ourselves through these challenges, we strengthen our identities and expand our abilities. Every step forward, no matter the size of the challenge, helps us grow, improve ourselves, and discover new possibilities.
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By. Minseo Kwon