3 Things Brave People Have in Common 

Facing challenges usually isolates people leaving them feeling like they are the only ones facing a difficult time. Surely that’s not the case. At any given moment, there are multiple people facing similar situations all over the world. I’ve often said that we have more in common than what separates us...it all boils down to what we choose to focus on. Trials and challenges feel alienating, but you’ve actually got more in common with people than you might believe. 

How you manage a difficult time is unique to you. Being brave might look one way for someone and entirely different for someone else. It might seem hard to copy and paste the actions of brave people because what they are doing might feel foreign to you. You don’t have to focus on what you don’t have in common with someone else, just focus on what you do have in common

Brave people have three core things in common       

1. Core Beliefs
2. Community
3. Confidence

These three common characteristics translate to anyone facing difficult times. Though the methodology might seem different. Let’s take a look.

Brave people have rooted core beliefs- Part of a brave mindset includes core beliefs of optimism, hope, purpose. It’s easier to be brave and feel bulletproof when your core beliefs include positive baselines. You may not know what the outcome will be, but if you operate from a firm belief that things work out for the highest and best then you start to look for the good in the situation and expect the best. 

Brave people engage community- Bravery can be enhanced by community. Being able to work things out while supported by others helps. Either plugging into an existing community or finding one that is specifically equipped to help with a current situation can make a big difference in how easily you can manage a difficult time.

Brave people build confidence- You don’t have to be confident to be brave, but the act of being brave and tackling tough situations builds the confidence you need. Your confidence can grow over time as you take action and push through. Even setbacks can feel valuable when you start to see that you’ve got what it takes to withstand the storm. The key is to look for the lessons.

How you work out your difficult time may look nothing like someone else, but you likely have more in common with brave people than you thought. These three core characteristics help you become steadfast and face difficult times with bravery...knowing that you will not only survive, but that you will thrive.

What if you don’t feel like you have these 3 Core Beliefs? What could you do?

1. Core Beliefs: A close examination of your core beliefs may be in order. For many women, core beliefs are those instilled in them from an early age, and these antiquated beliefs may not be relevant to your life and must be developed from within by connecting your heart, mind, body, and spirit.

   2.  Community: Many women find themselves isolated from others and are              afraid to reach out and ask for help. It brings up the mistaken belief that we are not good enough and lack the strength or wisdom to carry on. These beliefs must be overcome, and as a teacher of living an Intentional Life, I suggest you reach out and ask for help...reach out and become a member of a community.

   3.  Confidence: Take a few moments to reflect upon your life. Think about the times that you have taken action and achieved things that you never thought possible. Remember how you felt in those moments. A couple of stories come to my mind when I think about having confidence and being brave. For many years I prayed for courage; however, it was when I was in the hospital with major medical issues that when praying to God, I realized that I did indeed have courage. I had had one experience after another in my life that took confidence in the outcomes, courage to face the experience, and bravery to survive. The second story I think about is the ability for people from all over the world to commit to the journey of the Camino de Santiago, the 800km pilgrimage across Northern Spain to Santiago Cathedral, and for some, to Finisterre, known as “the end of the world.” Thousands of people embark on this journey alone...some traveling alone for the first time...having confidence and courage to undertake the journey.

Now, it’s your turn. Think about your life. In what ways do you have things in common with brave people? 

Until next time...

Lisa

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