Blow Out of Your Hole Through These Escape Hatches

Whatever hole or pit you’re in is not permanent.

Blow away your hole
Thor’s Well, Oregon USA/Tom Gainer/Unsplash

Unless you want to stay there.

And many folks do.

The deeper the hole, the more resistance there is.

But, anyone can climb out if they open three hatches.

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How to Hope in the Middle of any Crisis

Did you ever think hope could vanish as fast as sporting events did in the Coronavirus crisis?

That’s why TV channels played the Lord of the Rings over and over.

Frodo Baggins and his companions live day and night in loss, pain and darkness.

The wear and tear of goblin gnashing and countless deaths lead to Frodo’s merciful escape from the Grey Havens to a sort of heaven.

God filled hope

Tolkien enthusiasts adopted the catch-phrase “Frodo Lives!” to express hope in dark times.

For anyone in despair, three reminders can light up a dismal season.

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How to survive your worst disaster! Part 2

Disaster is a graduation point because everything you have achieved is tested by how you survive the crisis.

Perseverance, faith, endurance and maturity are stretched.

Disaster testing survivorship skills
Disaster, like the Houston flooding, is a test of your highest goals

When disaster overwhelms, I use four lifesavers.

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How to Survive Your Worst Disaster! Part 1

The worst disaster is the one you think you can’t survive.

Disasters all over Houston
Disasters like the epic flooding in Houston feel like there’s no end in sight

Is physical pain worse than emotional pain?

Disasters like exploding mines
Back surgery is like a mine explosion

Both are horrible and either one can lead to depression.

But, a recent elevator ride triggered clues for faster recovery.

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