I get it… it is hard AF… but the hard truth and reality is that sometimes our dreams can not come true… no matter how badly we want for them, no matter how much we are willing to sacrifice or put in the hard work and effort for them. Some things are just beyond our capabilities and the blessings and gifts we were born with in this life, and this is especially true when born into a life of chronic illness/disability.
BUT… you have a secret weapon… your mind… your imagination! So maybe you can’t hike wilderness trails like you wanted to or used to… but you can walk in your community and join a group to clock your miles virtually…. If you can’t become the full time basketball coach you wanted to be, can you volunteer to be a coaches assistant… if you dreamed of owning a pet store one day, perhaps become a pet nutritionist and offer virtual consultations.
You have gifts and abilities unique to you, and just because a passion on your way didn’t turn out the way you originally thought or wanted doesn’t mean you should completely walk away… think outside of the box, talk to people, explore options, be creative and just create a NEW PATH if you must but never give up on yourself!
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