We all have those days where it feels like life is an uphill battle. From the outside, others might even wonder why we keep pushing ourselves, why we refuse to stay stagnant, why we relentlessly choose to endure the struggle rather than give up. But deep inside, we know the answer to these questions. It's because we are determined to create a life where we can look back and say, “I did that.”

Let me share with you something personal. I remember a pivotal moment in my journey. One day, I found myself worn out, sitting alone under the fluorescent lights of my mundane office job. The ringing of the company phone, the ever-growing pile of paperwork before me – it was all overwhelming. That moment, I felt trapped. But I took a deep breath and reminded myself that this was only part of the journey. I reminded myself that just like the LMA course advocates, amazing transformations are birthed from personal adversity and resilience.

While life can seem punishingly difficult at times, it is these moments – these tests of our strength, patience, and determination, that hold the power to play a vital part in shaping us. As I've travelled along my own path, I've learned that even those hard, tearful days will pass. What matters is that we choose not to just exist, but to move forward. Even if progress is slow, even if your steps feel tiny and insignificant – it's in pressing on that we discover our true fortitude.

Here's something to think about: Have there been moments in your life that felt so low, so taxing that you questioned your strength? Reflect on how you emerged from these moments. You're here, aren't you? You've grown stronger because of them, and that in itself is extraordinary.

In the grand scheme of things, our trials are fleeting. Each hard day is simply a bridge to a better one – promising growth, wisdom, and success, just like flowers blooming after a long, harsh winter.

Remember, hardship and adversity are universal. It's something we all face, from the successful entrepreneur to the renowned author, from the university student to the world-class athlete. The difference, you ask? It’s simply the decision to keep on moving, keep on smiling.

Consider this: Why do we admire figures like Nelson Mandela or Maya Angelou? It’s not just for their success, but more so for their undying spirit in the face of adversities. Their stories are testimonials that the path to success insider our hearts isn’t always a smooth one.

After all, the process is where the transformation happens. It’s in the ‘doing’ that we learn, grow, and discover what we’re truly made of. And trust me when I say, there's no finer feeling than conquering those mountains that once seemed insurmountable.

As we journey through life, let's not allow our fears or the challenges we face to hold us back. We owe it to ourselves to keep moving, to take one step at a time, to push past the barriers holding us back and keep going – for it's at the end of this expedition that we find our most significant successes.

So, the next time life feels steep and rugged, remember, you are stronger than you think. All you've got to do is take it one step at a time. Keep moving towards the life you picture for yourself. And remember, on those dark, disheartening days, muster a smile, knowing that each step you take is yet another step towards your lush journey of self-belief.

Our lives, your life, is too precious to be lived huddled in the shadows of the mountains. So, on some days, we'll get knocked down, but as long as we get back up and step forward, we are one step closer to our dreams. We just have to choose to keep moving. To keep smiling.

Do you want a life that you've merely lived or a life that you've crafted into an eclectic work of art? The choice is yours to make. Rise, push on, keep smiling, and let's face it – the battleground of life suddenly doesn't seem so daunting anymore, does it?

Remember, it isn't just about the dream but the journey towards it. It's about fulfilling your purpose, embracing every hard day, and transforming it into fuel for your journey. And who knows, the beauty you create on this journey might not only change your life but inspire others around to embrace their own.