This is an inspiring and reassuring message for everyone who may be struggling in the lows of life right now. Thank you Cast Light!

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“Nothing is given to man on earth – struggle is built into the nature of life, and conflict is possible – the hero is the man who lets no obstacle prevent him from pursuing the values he has chosen.” – Andrew Bernstein

The solace of struggle is knowing with conviction despite momentary feelings that it will move and grow you, either in perspective or on to what’s next. And even amidst struggle, we can always find an anchor of hope, a pillar of peace. No matter what you may be struggling with, you are never alone. Never give up and always be kind, to yourself and others. Keep hurdling the obstacles, being the hero of your life.

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18 responses to “* Solace”

  1. “we can always find an anchor of hope”…I love that.

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    1. Me too Kim! Thank you 💛

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  2. The only struggle I have at the moment is that Nancy’s inside my head eating chocolate.

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    1. Now that is true struggle Hariod …. LOL

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      1. What a L~O~N~G strange trip it’s been . . .

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        1. Ah, but like being gratefully dead Nancy. 😉

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  3. Wonderful post. “Being the hero of your life.” Only “I” can change my story…writing one page, one day at a time.

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    1. Beautifully stated Olga. Thank you! xo

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  4. Val, another deeply important post from you. Must have one of my readers, Margaret Paton from Tasmania, Australia, to read your writings.

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    1. Thank you Paul for passing around the goodness that we find!

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  5. “…being the hero of your life.” I love that!

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    1. Yes! Thank you Eliza xo

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  6. We can count on you for sharing uplifting inspiration like this…..thank you Val, and to Cast Light for this gem.

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  7. “Keep hurdling the obstacles, being the hero of your life.” That is so beautiful. I love it!

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    1. Yes – me too Carol!

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  8. “being the hero of your life”. Love!!

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About Me

My name is Val Boyko, a dual citizen living near Philadelphia, originally from Scotland.

This blog came to life one morning in 2013.  I woke up with these words in my mind:  “Life is a series of highs and lows. Be grateful for the highs. Be graceful in the lows. And find contentment in your Middle Ground.”

Find Your Middle Ground blog started to explore, reflect, ask deep questions, share insights about awakening, and connect with wonderful people like yourself. Thank you for being here and being such an inspiration.