Simple, but not easy?

Simple, but not easy?

Often, the solution to our problems is simple, but that does not mean it is easy.                

Could I cross this river?

In the video below, I was walking across the Desert of Death in China when I reached this river. I had expected it to be a little bit wide, but that I would be able to wade it without trouble.

I was carrying a 30kg rucksack.                

My first reaction when I saw it was to feel paralysed and think: 

“This is impossible. There is no way I can cross this river with my heavy rucksack.” 

Thankfully, I then had a second reaction: 

“It’s got to be possible.”                

The video shows what I did next.                  

I often share this story in my virtual and on-stage motivational talks, and it’s amazing how it relates to so many situations and challenges in life and work.                 

Simple, but not easy – how about you?

What is the great challenge you’re facing right now?

What is the solution that is simple but not easy? 

Take it one crossing at a time. You will get there. 

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