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You Got This: A Journey of Restarting

A Personal Reflection on Overcoming Fear, Doubt, and the Challenges of Beginning Again

Phil Gerbyshak (he/him)
Aug 28, 2023
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Starting over or picking up something again after a long hiatus can be an incredibly daunting task. I've been there, and I know how it feels. The road ahead seems longer and more challenging than ever before. But let me tell you something, that's just a mental barrier. It's a wall that our minds construct, and it's up to us to break it down.

I remember the first time I had to restart something significant in my life. The fear was palpable, and the doubts were many. But deep down, I knew the rewards were waiting for me, just around the corner. I knew it because I had tasted success before, and I was hungry for it again.

"You're worth it," I told myself, looking in the mirror. "Push. Hard." These words became my mantra, my driving force. They were the fuel that ignited my determination and kept me going, even when the path seemed insurmountable.

I had done it before, and I knew I could do it again.

The memories of past triumphs were not just nostalgic reflections; they were proof of my capabilities. They were reminders that I had the strength, the resilience, and the courage to overcome anything that stood in my way.

"You got this," I would whisper to myself during those moments of uncertainty. And I believed it. I believed in myself and my ability to rise above the challenges. I knew that the only thing standing between me and my goals was the decision to take that first step.

So, I did. I took that step, and then another, and another.

Slowly but surely, I found my rhythm, my groove. The path that once seemed so long and arduous became a journey of self-discovery and growth. I learned more about myself, my strengths, my weaknesses, and my unbreakable spirit.

Restarting something after a long time off is indeed hard, but it's not impossible. It's a challenge, a test of our will and determination. But it's also an opportunity, a chance to prove to ourselves that we are capable of greatness.

If you're standing at the crossroads, contemplating a restart, know this: You are worth it. You have the power to push hard and achieve your dreams. You've done it before, and you can do it again. Believe in yourself, take that first step, and remember, you got this!

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