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“Courage is going from failure to failure without losing enthusiasm.” — Winston Churchill.
Complicated and unfair things happen to everyone one way or the other. Who do we call when we face hard life, difficult people, or discouragement?
First, ourselves!
You have yourself 24/7, and grab your superpower — courage.
I watched the women's tennis championship match last weekend, and it reminded me of one power I have — the courage to encourage myself and others in times of turbulence.
Elena Rybakina beats Ons Jabeur to win a women's championship at Wimbledon. I was happy for Elena, but Ons caught my attention, and my mind and eyes opened wide.
Ons walked after the match to speak with the reporter, and her face and shoulders stole my heart. The young woman inspired me with her smile and grace.
She is the minister of happiness, but it is always easier said than done. Not when you lose a final match in front of thousands of people watching worldwide. Ons nailed an excellent attitude. And she looks ahead to winning next time.
For me, she lost, but in reality a champion for her fans worldwide. Her body language was better than mine after she lost. She spoke…
