One of the great memories I have of my late father-in-law is something he said regularly. “Carry On, Children.” He said it affectionately to people he cared about when he was getting ready to leave.
It has turned into a rallying call for me. This week, after a tough run, I took off my sweaty cap and wrote it on the inside of the bill where I could read it by looking up when times got tough!
In terms of resilience, “Carry on” means to keep moving forward, even when the path gets steep. Even when you want to quit! It’s the quiet strength to continue despite your brain and body trying to convince you to quit.
It’s not about ignoring pain or pretending everything is fine. It’s about choosing not to quit. To adjust, adapt, and press on.
To “Carry On” is to continue to tell yourself that what you’re doing really does matter, and that every step forward builds strength for the road ahead.
It’s one of the most powerful lessons we can teach our kids.
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