As human beings, life as a habit usually presents to us the good, bad, and ugly sides. Nonetheless, it all depends on how we approach these formidable hurdles. At times, the challenges that life brings forth to us are too elephantine such that it pushes one to the verge of abandoning his or her dreams. It is in these tiring moments that a person is left with double bind druthers; to either drop like a hot potato or soldier on.

Noteworthy, it hugely depends on how bold or weak an individual is. All of us have different and unique storylines of how life has treated us. For instance, you may find that some people have the requisite in-built expertise to face different storms whilst others are not great when it comes to dealing with overwhelming storms. Irrespective of this, we must keep in mind that despite how wrenching certain circumstances are, at the end of every struggle, hope is guaranteed.

Maxwell’s Note: With regards to this, allow me to shed some light on how I managed to remain unshakable despite the twists and turns that life offered to me in my early high school olden days. During that time, my life was so destitute that my parents couldn’t even afford to raise my requisite fees, together with that of my other two siblings.

Life then was so unbearable that we occasionally slept hungrily, and missing my classes had become a shameful routine. We were in the jaws of poverty. Our lives had taken another dire dramatic twist and our life status, of course, was deplorable. Those ugly experiences made me become a worrywart. I was posting good grades, yes, but why was poverty massaging me like that?

My dreams were too important and even just a thought of letting them fade away, sent a trickling sensation down my throat but I recalled that life is a process, and every living soul must taste the sweet and sour part of every stage. It is battle after battle until we come out clean and as winning agents. Down on my knees, I forwarded my sincere prayers to God and asked Him for wisdom and strength to soldier on.

I was well aware that those temptations were ephemeral and no matter what challenge I was facing, I had to keep braving on. I dedicated my whole time and energy to books. Temporary barriers couldn’t deter me from making a milestone. Albeit, I was a young and feeble man, I had chosen the road to tread because I knew that in the end, my son was shining from there.

I struggled until I posted an excellent performance. Out of nowhere, a good Samaritan recognized my efforts and agreed to help me clear my fees balance so that I could access my form four certificates. Right now as I am typing this, I am currently at the University Pursuing my dream course.

Conclusively, just like S. L Jennings, the author of “Fear of Falling” said in her book, “…just remember, the storm doesn’t last forever. It can scare you; it can shake you to the core. But it never lasts. The rain subsides, the thunder dies, and the winds calm to a whisper. And that moment after the storm clouds pass, when all is silent and still, you find peace. Quiet, gentle peace.”

Lastly, till the cows come home, learn to toughen your inner self as you put your shoulders high since you never know what lies ahead.

By Maxwell Kamau & Jackson Ngari

The Bluestar Insider