Living with a chronic condition or disability often feels like being on a unique path… one that you didn't choose, but you walk every single day. 🗺️
Some days the road is smooth, the sun is shining, and you feel unstoppable. Other days, it’s filled with potholes, steep hills, and fog so thick you can barely see the next step. It’s on those tough days that this quote echoes the loudest:
"IT'S YOUR ROAD & YOUR'S ALONE. OTHERS MAY WALK IT WITH YOU, BUT NO ONE CAN WALK IT FOR YOU."
No one else can feel the fatigue in your bones or the pain that you don’t speak of. No one can do the exercises, take the medication, or fight the mental battle for you. That inner strength, that grit, that refusal to quit on your health goals or your business dreams… that is uniquely YOURS. You own every single step. 💪 But here’s the most beautiful part of the journey: you don't have to walk in silence. ❤️
The people who walk with you are your lifeline. They are the partners, children, friends, and teammates who can’t take the burden from you, but they can hold your hand, cheer you on, and remind you why you started walking in the first place. Their belief in you can be the light that cuts through the fog.
We are all on our own unique road to better health and a better life. What’s one goal you’re focused on this week? Share it below! 👇 Let's be the community that walks alongside each other, offering encouragement and celebrating every step forward. Let’s remind each other we’re not alone on the path.
About the Author and Our Supporters
Author: Benjamin "Ben" Mathew Drake of Coach Freedom and Friends
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A Brand New You: Helping families transform their health, one family at a time.
You Can Do This Also: A team that uses the Mentoring for Free system and training to help families achieve the life of their dreams through education and teamwork.
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Unwavering Resolve: My Journey with Persistence Through Life's Unseen Battles
Hey everyone,
Today, I want to talk about something incredibly close to my heart, something that resonates deeply with anyone who's ever faced an uphill battle, especially when that battle is against your own body. We're diving into Chapter 9 of "Think and Grow Rich" – Persistence. But I want to explore it not just as a concept, but through the lens of someone living with disabilities, chronic conditions, and life injuries. This isn't just theory for me; it's my daily reality, and it might be yours too, whether you're a network marketer, an entrepreneur, a busy parent, or someone like me, constantly striving for better health.
When Napoleon Hill talks about persistence, he outlines 8 factors: definiteness of purpose, desire, self-reliance, definiteness of plans, accurate knowledge, cooperation, will-power, and habit. For someone like me, these aren't just bullet points; they're lifelines.
Definiteness of Purpose & Desire:
My purpose is simple, yet profound: to reclaim as much of my health and mobility as possible. My desire is to live a full, active life, not defined by my limitations. This desire fuels me through countless doctor's appointments, therapy sessions, and days where just getting out of bed feels like a marathon. For many of us, this purpose extends to our families, especially when health expenses threaten to sink us financially. The desire to provide, to not be a burden, becomes a powerful motivator.
Self-Reliance & Definiteness of Plans:
There's a certain loneliness that comes with a chronic condition. While you have support, ultimately, the fight is yours. This demands self-reliance – the belief in your own ability to push through. And plans?
Oh, do we have plans! Medication schedules, exercise routines, dietary restrictions, suppliments that we take to improve our health, therapy appointments – it's a meticulously crafted strategy to navigate the day. Just like in business, you can't just wish for success; you need a concrete, actionable plan. And when one plan fails (which, let's be honest, happens often with health), you pivot, you adjust, and you create a new one.
Accurate Knowledge & Cooperation:
This is where we become experts in our own bodies and our conditions. We research, we question, we seek out the best specialists. We cooperate with our medical teams, but we also advocate fiercely for ourselves. For those in network marketing or direct sales, this translates to knowing your product inside and out, understanding your market, and collaborating with your team.
Will-Power & Habit:
This is where the rubber meets the road. Waking up in pain, yet still committing to your physical therapy, getting your excercises done, going to the gym, for a swim or a walk. Feeling exhausted, but still showing up for your business. Will-power is the decision, but habit is what sustains it. Building habits around self-care, consistent effort, and a positive mindset are absolutely crucial when your health is constantly throwing curveballs. It's about showing up, even when you don't feel like it, knowing that every small step is progress.
I know firsthand the financial strain that chronic health issues can place on a family. The medical bills, the specialized equipment, the suppliment cost the lost income – it's a relentless current that can drag you under. This is why persistence in our health journey is so intertwined with persistence in our entrepreneurial ventures. We need to be able to stay afloat, to thrive, not just survive.
This journey has taught me the true meaning of persistence. It's not about being fearless; it's about being courageous enough to keep going despite the fear, the pain, and the setbacks. It's about having that unwavering belief that things can and will get better, even when the evidence suggests otherwise. It's about remembering your "why" when you feel like giving up.
If you're reading this, and you're nodding along, feeling the weight of health challenges while striving for financial freedom, I want you to know you're not alone. I understand the unique struggles you face. And I believe that your experience, your empathy, and your journey can be an incredible asset.
Imagine building a business where your personal understanding of health challenges allows you to genuinely help others transform their health and lives. A business where you can create financial stability for your family while making a profound impact on the world. This is not just a dream; it's a possibility.
If you're ready to channel your persistence, your empathy, and your desire for a better life into an entrepreneurial venture that truly makes a difference in people's health and well-being, I invite you to connect with me.
Let's explore how your unique story and unwavering spirit can inspire and empower others to live healthier, more abundant lives. Let's turn your persistence into a powerful force for good, for yourself, and for countless others. What are your thoughts on persistence in the face of adversity? Share your experiences in the comments below!
I've included a personal lesson from think and grow rich lessons chapter 9 on persistence recently too bellow.
Persistence and its use in my own life especially around building a business and health have had to be 2 very strong areas for such. Just keeping on going no matter what happens is what have needed to do. Even when there are those who are upset about what I am doing.
It's the attitude needed to be a success in any area.
Thank you so much to my amazing friends from mentoring for free system for your friendship. Thank you so much to Linda and Michael Dlouhy for helping us grow our lives. Thank you so much to Ken Klemm for being the best mentor could ask for. Thank you so much to my amazing wife Jenny for being the best wife ever.
Your friend and mentor for life
Big hugs my amazing friends
Ben Drake
West ryde nsw Australia
Helping families to live better lives through education and teamwork.
About the Author and Our Supporters
Author: Benjamin "Ben" Mathew Drake of Coach Freedom and Friends
Supported By:
Mentor Ben Drake: Get your free eBook, Success in 10 Steps, written by Linda and Michael Dlouhy for the Mentoring for Free system.
Ben's Customer: Discover fantastic health and wellness products to help you achieve your health goals.
A Brand New You: Helping families transform their health, one family at a time.
You Can Do This Also: A team that uses the Mentoring for Free system and training to help families achieve the life of their dreams through education and teamwork.
Sytoomba Mountains Layout: A layout based on our version of the Sydney to Blue Mountains with mountain ranges.
🫂👨👩👧👦❤️ Your Scars Are Proof of Your Strength, Not Your Limits.
Ever felt like you were trying to climb a mountain, but the people around you kept pointing out how tired you look?
Now, imagine climbing that mountain with the extra weight of a disability or a lifelong injury. The whispers from the sidelines can get louder. The judgment isn't just about your ambition to build a business or transform your health—it’s tangled up in their perception of your limitations. They mean well, but their doubt can feel heavier than any physical challenge.
It’s in those moments that this quote from Paige Hathaway becomes a lifeline: "PEOPLE MIGHT JUDGE YOU & MAY TRY TO BELITTLE YOUR AMBITION. KEEP COMPANY ONLY WITH PEOPLE WHO UPLIFT YOU."
Your circle is everything. It's the difference between hearing "Be realistic" and "I believe in you." It’s about finding those who see your daily fight and are inspired by your resilience, not intimidated by your dreams. They are the ones who celebrate a small step forward in your health journey as the massive victory it is. They are the ones who see your drive to create a better life for your family and ask, "How can I help?"
These people don't try to "fix" you; they rise with you.
Let's be that circle for each other. If you've ever felt misunderstood on your journey, this is your space. Drop a 'RISE' in the comments below 👇 if you're committed to uplifting others as they pursue their health and life goals. Let's build a community that champions ambition, understands the struggle, and celebrates every single win.
About the Author and Our Supporters
Author: Benjamin "Ben" Mathew Drake of Coach Freedom and Friends
Supported By:
Mentor Ben Drake: Get your free eBook, Success in 10 Steps, written by Linda and Michael Dlouhy for the Mentoring for Free system.
Ben's Customer: Discover fantastic health and wellness products to help you achieve your health goals.
A Brand New You: Helping families transform their health, one family at a time.
You Can Do This Also: A team that uses the Mentoring for Free system and training to help families achieve the life of their dreams through education and teamwork.
Sytoomba Mountains Layout: A layout based on our version of the Sydney to Blue Mountains with mountain ranges.
A Brand New You: Helping families transform their health, one family at a time.
You Can Do This Also: A team that uses the Mentoring for Free system and training to help families achieve the life of their dreams through education and teamwork.
Sytoomba Mountains Layout: A layout based on our version of the Sydney to Blue Mountains with mountain ranges.
A Brand New You: Helping families transform their health, one family at a time.
You Can Do This Also: A team that uses the Mentoring for Free system and training to help families achieve the life of their dreams through education and teamwork.
Sytoomba Mountains Layout: A layout based on our version of the Sydney to Blue Mountains with mountain ranges.
