Kings of the Trail #155
- Luke Jarman
- 1 day ago
- 3 min read
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"At every moment, we always have a choice, even if it feels as if we don’t. Sometimes that choice may simply be to think a more positive thought.”
Tina Turner
The Queen of Rock and Roll knew a fair bit about resilience and staying the course. No doubt, retaining a positive mindset played a huge part in her long and successful life, during which she left an indelible mark on music and pop culture. From belting out some of the most famous songs as a solo artist and sharing the stage with most of the greatest musicians in the world, to surviving an abusive marriage, suffering through kidney failure and having to learn to walk again after a stroke, she was the epitome of an indomitable spirit and the power of positive thinking. That general outlook on life, that no matter what is thrown at you, you can choose to be happy and positive, is one that we can all use when out on the trails, as undoubtedly, things will not always go our way and unexpected challenges can be faced at anytime. You can always choose to look at these events in a different, more positive way, even if you simply use them as tools for learning and growth and not as failures or setbacks. That is a choice we all have, if only we can keep that in mind when the time arises...
Until next week, be safe and enjoy the trails...
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