JOB SEEKERS: Turn Your Stumbling Blocks into Jobs (Preston Ni)

As we navigate through challenging times toward a better employment and future, it’s useful to visit some tried and true ideas regarding life hardiness and resiliency.

1. The power of perspective: Life is not always easy. We all know that. How we choose the way we think, feel, and act in relation to life’s challenges can often make the difference between hope versus despair, optimism versus frustration, and victory versus defeat.

2. Don’t focus on the mud: We should learn from the past, but not be stuck in it. Sometimes life circumstances and personal setbacks can haunt and prevent us from seeing our true potential and recognizing new opportunities. What has already happened we cannot change, but what is yet to happen we can shape and influence.

3. All you have to do is ask…the right individuals: In life we sometimes may feel like we’re walking alone, but we don’t have to be as long as we’re honest with ourselves, and ask for help when needed. You can find strength and support through a “board of advisors” you create. These are your “go-to” people when you’re in need of sound advice, a new perspective, a certain expertise, or simply an empathetic ear.

4. Thrive on your strengths while exploring new potential: We each have certain dispositions in which we naturally excel. Some of us are great with people, others are handy with tools, yet others thrive on information. A mismatch between what you’re naturally good at and your work in life is wasted potential.

5. Keep the fun and enjoyment: No matter how difficult the circumstances, resolve to keep the fun and enjoyment in your life. The more challenging and stressful life is, the more important it is to take good care of yourself so you can relax your body, ease your mind, and rejuvenate your spirit. After recharging your batteries, you may see the same situation in a different, more positive light.

6. Keep your options open: There are many paths to opportunity, success, and happiness. We can begin by asking ourselves what true success and happiness means and looks like to us, and let our answers show the way. When one path seems to be at a dead end, look another way and see what new openings may be waiting just around the corner. “We must dare to think 'unthinkable' thoughts. We must learn to explore all the options and possibilities that confront us in a complex and rapidly changing world.” James W. Fulbright

7. Keep the faith: There are many ways to keep your faith alive: Faith in yourself, faith in your place in this world and faith in Jesus Christ. Pray and ask for god’s guidance.

8. Resolve to never, ever give up: I once heard a courageous person say that there are no losers in life, except for those who give up on themselves The great adventure is in discovering what that purpose is, and to live it until your last breath.

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