Swimming

Sometimes it takes everything falling apart to find a foothold in your life. It isn't until you feel like you have nothing until you realize how much you have.

Coming out on top is the best. Knowing I didn't let a bad situation get the best of me is wonderful.

This is what I learned.
You need to find your personal rock. It doesn't need to be God like so many believe, although that's easier because you have an automatic support group behind you, and it's what everyone does. You need something that will help you through everything. I've found it in my writing, and running. I know those two things will never change for me. If something challenges your "rock", fine. Let it happen. Let it be tested.
If it changes, be prepared for and upset. Suddenly you find yourself falling, pieces of your life flying down past you like debris, into the dark abyss. Then you swim. You find the solid ground you personally need to stand on. In the end you will be stronger.