Ada CalhounAll the couples therapy and communication seminars in the world won't save you if you aren't prepared to close your eyes and hug the mainmast through a storm.
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All the couples therapy and communication seminars in the world won't save you if you aren't prepared to close your eyes and hug the mainmast through a storm. This statement is about how strong and determined you need to be in order to get through life’s toughest obstacles and tests. When you’re flying the ship on the high seas, it’s easy to get caught up in what everyone else is saying or doing, but it’s important to remember that the only thing you can control is yourself. If you let your emotions dictate your decisions, it’s all too easy to spend all of your energy on someone or something that doesn’t mean anything. The only way you will be able to get through life’s storms and challenges is if you set aside your emotions and focus solely on yourself.
Source: Wedding Toasts Ill Never Give
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