Never Give Up and Never Give In

While watching an episode of Chopped, a cooking show in the Food Network, one of the contestants shared his story of overcoming three bouts of cancer.  Yes, three. That’s incredible!  What a testament of his strength and fortitude.  What’s more amazing is he recently found out that the cancer has once again found its way into the secret places of his body. 

With an indomitable spirit he confidently stated that he would not let the disease get the best of him, and he would beat it again.  He said a positive attitude got him through it before and it will again.  It was inspiring to hear this chef talk about his love for his family and his love for cooking.   He shared his secret on beating the disease, he said never give up and when life tries to knock you down, stay positive and adapt to whatever life throws at you.

I don’t know what you are facing in your life, maybe it’s cancer or some other hardship.  You may even feel like giving in and giving up.  I am here to encourage you to stand and fight!  Armed with a positive attitude you can overcome obstacles that you may never have thought possible. 

You may say “I can’t,” “It’s too hard,” and “The battle is too intense!”  I want to encourage you to stay strong and never give up and never give in. 

When life gets dark and you feel like giving up, focus on all of the things you have to be grateful for.  So many times we get stuck in the negative and all of the good stuff in our lives goes by the wayside. 

Live life to the fullest!

Enjoy the good that can be found in every day, the ocean, the smell of flowers, the companionship of a spouse or a friend.  

Challenges will come, life is not always fair, but you have what it takes to overcome them all.  Never give up and never give in!

Every day presents us with incredible opportunities to Live, Love and Laugh.  Don’t let one day go by without experiencing all of them.