Hold on & Keep Climbing
#gettoknowme this has been my mantra for my whole life. I have always had to keep holding on, and was never given any other option, but to keep climbing. Rock bottom is not a place that I want to ever be at again, and it’s a place I never wish to stay at. There’s so much that I have overcome, both mentally, and spiritually. It has taken a lot to accept disability as a part of my life, but it has also given me the strength to get up one more time. If you want to know the password to my Wi-Fi, it’s literally the code that I’ve been sharing to everyone everywhere as much as I can. And that message is to stand up eight. We fall down seven, and we stand up eight. No matter what you’re doing in life, the world will never be satisfied, so why not just do things that you enjoy, and that make you happy because at the end of the day, you are the only one that matters. And if you have children that value pours onto them. I hope you find value in yourself and in your children and in those you love. Growing up in a place where self-worth and self-care were not normalized… it gives a different perspective on life. Appreciate what you have. Because one day it will be gone. Nothing in this world is forever, except your faith. This is an introduction to my heart. I pray for you and I hope you know you matter. #youmatter #holdon #keepclimbing #dontstop
I’ve found that holding onto the mantra "Hold On & Keep Climbing" truly resonates not just in moments of despair but as a daily commitment to personal growth. Climbing out of rock bottom isn’t a one-time event—it’s a continuous process, especially when coping with long-term challenges like disability or emotional setbacks. Over time, I realized that accepting difficulties as part of my journey led to a deeper inner strength and self-awareness. One thing that helped me immensely was acknowledging that falling down isn’t failure; it’s an inevitable step on the path. What matters most is standing up one more time than you fall. The numeric metaphor of "We fall down seven, and we stand up eight" perfectly captures the essence of resilience. Embracing this helped me stop fearing failure and instead focus on what makes me happy and fulfilled. Along the way, I also learned that the world’s expectations can be overwhelming and often unsatisfying. Prioritizing my own happiness and the value I place on myself became crucial. When you cherish your own worth and nurture those values within your loved ones, especially children, it creates a ripple effect of positivity and resilience. Growing up without a strong sense of self-worth or emphasis on self-care challenged me, but it shaped a unique perspective. It taught me to appreciate what I have today because nothing in life is permanent except the faith and hope we carry inside. This mindset reshapes how we approach obstacles and the meaning we find in daily struggles. If you’re facing hardships right now, remember you aren’t alone. Everyone’s journey includes ups and downs, but persistence, faith, and valuing yourself empower you to reach higher and climb stronger every day. This mantra is more than just words—it reflects a way of life, encouraging us to keep pushing forward regardless of the circumstances.
