Inspiring Resilience: How to Keep On Keepin #23
This episode emphasizes the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity, encapsulated in the phrase "keeping on, keeping on." We explore the universal challenges that individuals, particularly those with chronic conditions, encounter in their daily lives, and acknowledge that moments of despair can arise unexpectedly, often due to factors beyond one's control. The discussion pivots on the necessity of resilience and gratitude, encouraging listeners to count their blessings, however small, as a means of fostering a positive mindset. We reflect on the notion that, despite life's trials, we must remain cognizant of the love and support that surrounds us, whether from friends, family, or even those who have passed. Ultimately, the episode serves as a poignant reminder that life, while fraught with difficulties, offers innumerable reasons to persist and thrive.
The discourse presented in this particular installment of DiabeticReal revolves around the enduring theme of perseverance amidst adversity, a notion that resonates universally, transcending the specific challenges faced by individuals with diabetes or other health-related conditions. Deborah, the host, articulates the inherent struggles that accompany the human experience, particularly during those moments when one feels overwhelmed by obstacles that seem insurmountable. She poignantly reflects on the fragility of human endeavors, illustrating how a single, minor setback can precipitate a profound sense of despair, especially when one has invested considerable effort in preparation and anticipation of a positive outcome. This emotional landscape is navigated with sincerity as she invites listeners to acknowledge the significance of resilience and the importance of maintaining a forward trajectory despite life's inevitable hardships.
“Even if I don't know you, I'm going to say that. So think of how those people would feel if you were no longer here. You got to keep on keeping on for them.”
Deborah, 06:49
A salient point within her narrative is the emphasis on gratitude. Deborah encourages her audience to engage in introspection, to count their blessings, and to recognize the myriad aspects of their existence that merit appreciation. She posits that gratitude serves as a powerful antidote to despair, drawing attention to the fact that even in the face of adversity, there exists a wealth of positive experiences and relationships that should be cherished. Deborah’s reflections on her own life experiences, including her physical health and the support she receives from loved ones, serve to underscore the message that one is never truly alone, regardless of their struggles. This perspective is vital in fostering a sense of community and shared experience among listeners who may feel isolated in their challenges.
- The concept of perseverance is crucial, particularly in the face of life's inevitable challenges and adversities.
- Cultivating gratitude for one's circumstances, regardless of their severity, serves as a powerful tool for maintaining resilience.
- It is imperative to remember that each individual possesses unique struggles, hence fostering a sense of compassion towards oneself and others is essential.
- Ultimately, the act of 'keeping on' is not merely a suggestion; it is a necessary commitment to oneself and to those who care for us.
In summation, the episode conveys a profound message about the necessity of 'keeping on' in the face of life's tribulations. Deborah's earnest affirmation of love and support for her audience serves as a poignant reminder that even when one feels adrift, there exists a network of individuals who care deeply. The episode ultimately champions the idea that resilience, bolstered by gratitude and the recognition of one's intrinsic worth, can guide individuals through the darkest of times, leading them toward brighter horizons.
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- 01:56 Introduction to the Episode
- 03:55 The Challenge of Keeping On
- 05:31 The Power of Love and Connection
- 08:23 The Importance of Gratitude
- 09:41 Inspiration from Helen Keller
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01:56 - Introduction to the Episode
03:55 - The Challenge of Keeping On
05:31 - The Power of Love and Connection
08:23 - The Importance of Gratitude
09:42 - Inspiration from Helen Keller
Deborah E
Okay. Hello, everybody, and welcome to another episode of DiabeticReal, and I am Deborah.
I hope all of you had an excellent week and really enjoyed yourself. Do you know what? If you didn't, maybe this is the episode for you. This week we're going to talk about keeping on, keeping on.
Sometimes that is a challenge, and I think that's a challenge for everybody at one time or another. It's not just the case for those of us who have type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes or epilepsy or any other ailment in our life.
It would seem to me, based on my studies in psychology and based on the people that I've talked to, that some of us, you know, have those days where it's like, wow, this is just a tough day for me. Or you work and work and work for that certain special something, and then one little tiny thing goes wrong and it all falls apart.
Especially when it's beyond your control. Like, you've done everything right. You've organized ahead of time, you've checked off everything off that checklist, and you've got it.
And it's just, man, that is going to make you so happy. And you've waited so long, so many weeks, so many months, so many years, and this is just going to be the joyous occasion.
And then something the size of a toothpick or the straw that broke the camel's back goes wrong, and you plummet to, like, below sea level, and you're so sad. And somehow you have to figure out a way to pick yourself back up and keep on keeping on. That is a challenge.
And, you know, there's that saying is first count of your blessings. And I know it sounds very cliche, but it is very true that I think about that, and it's like, where am I now? I didn't think to live this long.
That's definitely a blessing. I can count. I didn't think they'd live this long. And wow, sometimes those little aches and creaks and things like that, yeah, okay, maybe it's tough.
But on the other hand, I didn't think I'd still be here, so that's a plus. And what is it? I heard this saying. It was actually this past year. Well, however old you are today, you are younger than you are tomorrow.
That's definitely another thing to be thankful for. And there are a lot of people out there. You've got to think about this. There's a lot of people out there who love you.
You may not be aware of them because there May be people out there who just.
Maybe they're too shy to say it, or maybe they just don't have the personality to say it, or maybe they're just really crappy at showing you that they love you, but they do.
Add to that the people that do tell you they love you, even if they only tell you they love you once in 15 years or something, there are people who love you. There are people who have passed on that have loved you. Remember them. Even if they're not here on earth anymore, you are loved. I love you.
Even if I don't know you, I'm going to say that. So think of how those people would feel if you were no longer here. You got to keep on keeping on for them. I mean, here, you know, I can't.
I know this sounds strange, but I'm actually tearing up at the thought if somebody listening to this and no longer being here because they think they're not loved. I mean, yes, I love easily, I care easily, but I really, seriously, I care. That is just who I am. I love very easily. I love little animals.
I love little critters. I love people. Even when people are unkind to me, I can still find it, find something good about them and love them.
So it's easy to love you, especially if you're listening to my podcast, hey, and. And I'm being sincere. That's just who I am. So. But back to the concept of keep on keeping on no matter what is going on in your life.
And again, this sounds cliche, I know, but it's so true. No matter what is going on in your life. It could be worse. It could be much worse. I am so thankful myself that I have my two arms. I have my two hands.
I'm thinking that as I'm looking at my hands, I just had my second hand surgery and I'm like, wow, the first hand really healed up really well. And left hand's on its way and I've got both my legs. I'm doing really well. We've been watching Six Million Dollar man, great show from the 70s.
And I mean, it's very entertaining. But he lost, what, his arm, his left arm and both his legs in an accident.
Obviously this is fiction, okay, It's a TV show, but it's not like the government is going to go and pay 6. I don't know what $6 million is nowadays, but I mean, back then in 1974, $6 million to rebuild this person. That's not going to happen for you and me.
So in that case that would have been a person that was minus an arm and two legs. Okay, I know this is really drawn out, but I'm saying I am very thankful to be at my age and have both my arms and both my legs.
I also think of, for instance, Helen Keller. Oh, my goodness. That woman overcame something that I wonder, could I have ever been as great as she was to overcome deaf and blind?
And she contributed so much for so many people. She is. Oh, she's inspirational. And you stop and think you've got sight, you've got hearing, even if you have struggles seeing struggles hearing.
Look at what Helen Keller had to fight through. And I don't mean go out in life and compare yourself to everybody else.
I'm not trying to say spend your time doing that because that could, that could get a little wonky. But just be thankful for what you have. That is definitely a reason to keep on keeping on. Life is not easy.
And even at the best of times, there's going to be a day that's not quite measuring up to those best of times. But it's still a good reason to keep on keeping on because you're going to get to another time that's the best of times.
And you wouldn't be there if you hadn't done that. Keep on keeping on Right. All right. This is Deborah E Of DiabeticReal, and we'll see you in the next episode of DiabeticReal.
