Friday, July 31, 2009

Are You A Real Soldier?

Lately we are finding ourselves getting frustrated with today's climate. Gas prices are high, money is tight, and the media keeps reminding us of how bad our situations really are! Times like these are just a great opportunity and test of what we are really made up.

There is only one question we should all ask ourselves at this point . . .,

"Am I a real soldier?"

Today's times calls for true soldiers who can stand the battlefield. In war, you can't panic but must stay steady through out the process. You can't give up and start to think you will lose the battle or you will end up losing the war. Obstacles must become opportunities for us to rise to the occasion. Our faith must become stronger . . . our resilience more powerful. Our confidence in our purpose, talent, faith and our GOD must go to another level.

Yes this climate is a time for us to become REAL SOLDIERS with the stripes to prove it. Some of us are Generals, lieutenants, and privates--where ever you are just remember it takes a real soldier to make it during this time.

If your business is failing; you are laid off; going through divorce or family issues or what ever it may be, just stop and ask yourself, "Am I true soldier?"

Real Soldiers:
  • Don't panic in times of crisis
  • Stay focus
  • Think out of the box
  • Adapt to various situations
  • Persevere
  • Get back up and never give up
  • Are resourceful
  • Play team ball
  • Hungry to win
  • live with honor
  • Respect their weaknesses
  • Strengthen their faith and love GOD more in difficult times

Are you a real solider?

~Coach K