October 20, 2025

When the going gets tough…

When the going gets tough…

One of life’s great joys is that moment of triumph; when you finally win against the odds, nail a tough goal, or prove to yourself that you can do it after all.

But here’s the truth: every triumph is born from challenge. The poor odds, the struggle, the frustration; they’re not barriers to success; they’re the raw material that makes triumph possible.

Think back to a time when you really had to fight for something. When you finally got there, remember that surge of pride? That feeling is forged only in adversity.

Now, take a fresh look at whatever obstacles you’re facing today. What if these are simply the building blocks for your next victory?

You’ve triumphed before. You can again. So… look again, and then consider this quote from Henry Ford.

“Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off the goal.”

My best wishes, Paul

Paul Matthews

CEO and Founder of People Alchemy

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