Crisis to Opportunity Podcast: Episode #31-Surrender to Determination
Episode #31: Surrender to Determination of my Crisis to Opportunity podcast is the third of four episodes in which I explore the importance of what I call mental muscles in how you respond to a crisis.
A crisis is like a very high and treacherous mountain that confronts you on your road of life. Some parts of your route are easy, others are demanding, and still others can seem downright impassable. It is in the moments when you feel that the mountain of a crisis is just too high to climb that your determination is tested. When faced with the daunting challenges of a crisis, your drive, motivation, and perseverance lie on a continuum ranging from surrender to determination. Not only are crises difficult because their challenges can be severe, but they often last an appreciable amount of time which can wear you down, physically, psychologically, and emotionally. It is in moments of extreme difficulty that you will respond in one of three ways: by digging in and pushing forward even harder, continuing with minimal effort, or surrendering altogether. It’s important to know where you are along the continuum as it often dictates how you will respond throughout your journey from onset to resolution of a crisis.
