Have you ever wanted just to give up? As life dishes out challenges that are just too hard sometimes, like going through roller-coaster after roller-coaster. You do not know if you are coming or going?? Ever feel like that??
I did, in fact I was there for a few years in the endless vicious circle that IVF creates. I was replaying the minute details of every scan, test and ultimately the disappointments. I was a wreak. My husband was my rock and he knew when to avoid me and when to hug me, it was that kind of journey. You really didn't know what was around the corner on some days, you just existed. And then you approached the next cycle with some glimmer of hope...
That is when you empowered yourself, I did and took on the face of whatever it takes we will get there. This became my mantra throughout my personal marathon. I was pacing myself and ticked of the action items. "Whatever it takes" I kept saying and no was not an option.
Getting your mind around something you want so much is exhausting, and it does take a toll on your relationships that is for sure. You question everything and wonder if you are doing the right thing, you over analyse and your criticise everybody. Wondering if there is light at the end of the tunnel. Is your marathon going to end or are you that character in "ground-hog day" replaying each day exactly the same way!
Whatever it takes, remember stay positive, have a scream from time to time, connect with others and lean on your support network!
Whatever It Takes
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This is so approapriate to where many of us are today. From job layoffs or frivoulus terminations to slow business, life can seem like a never ending roller coaster. Yes, I too have had several ups and downs and have had to adopt the same phylosopy....whatever it takes and keep the faith.
This is so appropriate, as life can bring many ups and downs. Yet, as you so eloquently stated, you must continue with a 'whatever it takes' mentality and keep the faith.
Getting to the point of saying "I'll do whatever it takes" is very beneficial in some cases. It's always the last kick to get you going ^^
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