I recently started to read a new book titled “Walking the Dead,” by John Eldredge (The Glory of a Heart Fully Alive), as I have been led to it as I go through a time in my business and personal life in which I need direction and answers. I ran across a quote that John references from Leif Enger:
“We and the world , my children, will always be at war. Retreat is impossible. Arm yourselves.”
Life is tough. Business is tough. All of us set out to accomplish certain things in life and business. Some we achieve and some we don’t. The question is what, of all that we do, really matters? This is a question that has been running through my head for the last month or so.
I have sought counsel from some brilliant people that have influence in my life to help me with this daunting question. I have prayed about it and seek guidance from God. I spend time reflecting and thinking about my journey. I in return am asking for clarity and confidence.
I am at a huge crossroads on some decisions I need to make in my life. Major decisions. Decisions that will effect my future, my happiness and my peace of mind.
You may be wondering why I am sending you this email. I wrote this today because I want you to know that we are “at war” everyday. As entrepreneurs we battle day in and day out. We eat, sleep and breathe our business. At what point is that too much or too consuming? What do we put on hold or neglect because of it? Is there a way to achieve “simplicity” in our lives, have successful businesses and be truly happy at each day’s end?
I believe we can. I believe there is a way to have it all. To be fulfilled. To be happy. To be prosperous. To be significant.
One thing is true, RETREAT IS IMPOSSIBLE! We have to stand and fight market forces. We have to stand and fight competition that lie and mislead. We have to stand and fight government over-stepping its intended purpose. We have to stand and fight against the evil people in the world that want us to fail.
I tell you today, that you are not alone if you ever feel this way. I am in the trenches with you. Each and every month I work my tail off to arm you with the knowledge, inspiration, motivation and kick in the pants you need to continue to fight and wage war back on that which tries to break you down. You are all winners. Together we will win.
Through all the highs and lows, fight for what means the most to you. Fight for simplicity. Fight for anything that means something in your life. Fight to win. Continue to be relentless. We are warriors in life and in buisness. Don’t let the “enemy” bring you down.
Retreat is impossible.
Your leader in the fight for true happiness in life and business.
-Kevin-
