Life is full of ups and downs.
From the moment we’re born, we begin a journey, an unpredictable adventure. Some days bring smiles; others bring struggle.
For most of us, life sits somewhere in between.
I was listening to a podcast today by Theo Von, where he interviewed UFC fighter Shawn Strickland.
During that conversation, Shawn said something that stuck with me:
“Right now, life is pretty good. I’ve got belts and money. But you couldn’t pay me to relive my life.”
I paused the video and thought about that for a while.
Imagine the kind of pain someone must have endured to say those words. The tough armor of a fighter often hides such deep scars.
You could see it in his face; his breath shaking as he tried to hold back tears. I felt it.
It made me think about my own life. Maybe it makes you think about yours too.
We all carry memories, some joyful, some painful. It’s one thing to look back on the laughter and good times, but it’s the darker chapters that often shape who we become.
If we choose to learn from those hardships, they make us better. Better parents, siblings, sons, daughters, and citizens.
Sadly, not everyone breaks the cycle, but those who do bring light into the next generation.
So take a moment to think of how far you’ve come.
Reflect on the lessons life has taught you through people, experiences, and struggle.
Don’t be hard on yourself for not having reached every goal yet. I know many times we can be too hard on ourselves. And on those around us.
Appreciate how much you’ve overcome. Because those tough moments made you stronger, and through that strength, your children will have a better life.
They will have a better mother, father, guide, and friend. A better life than we did.
Keep your head up, and let those moments fuel you.
And maybe one day, when all is said and done, you’ll look back and say,
“I’m glad I went through that.”
So tell me, if someone paid you to go back in life…would you? Let me know at @thealexisidro
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I’m a dad, husband, engineer (14 years) , and online educator. I share lessons and guidance in the areas of career, online business, finances, and family. My mission is simple: leave the world better than when I arrived and help one million people advance their careers, achieve financial security, and live purposeful lives.