Speaker Tells How to Overcome Adversity
Posted by Vicki Rowe
Speaker Derrick Christopher shared four rules to follow so that adversity doesn't get a toe hold on your goals and dreams.
First we must "overcome the lies of self," the self-doubts that derail many people's dreams before they can get started. Second, we must "recognize and expect resistance" even from well-meaning family and friends who don't want to see us fail. Third, when we "realize our resilience," we can proceed with confidence.
Lastly, there is always a need when facing adversity to keep one's perspective. Derrick told us to do this by asking, "Is this clinically significant?" He illustrated this by reminding us of famous people who have been counted down and out only to come back strong within 5 years. (Does this mean there is hope for the Texans?) He called this the 5 year principle and told us that his philosophy is that "there is always a better way." We just have to find it. His overall message is to look at adversity more as opportunity to change and improve.
First we must "overcome the lies of self," the self-doubts that derail many people's dreams before they can get started. Second, we must "recognize and expect resistance" even from well-meaning family and friends who don't want to see us fail. Third, when we "realize our resilience," we can proceed with confidence.
Lastly, there is always a need when facing adversity to keep one's perspective. Derrick told us to do this by asking, "Is this clinically significant?" He illustrated this by reminding us of famous people who have been counted down and out only to come back strong within 5 years. (Does this mean there is hope for the Texans?) He called this the 5 year principle and told us that his philosophy is that "there is always a better way." We just have to find it. His overall message is to look at adversity more as opportunity to change and improve.