What if you and your spouse dared to tell your young child that they could do anything they put their mind to?
What if you told him to aim high because if he really wanted it, and was willing to put in the hard work, he would be able to accomplish anything?
Now, what if your child believed you?
What if he set that high goal?
And then he dedicated himself to achieving it.
What if he did everything asked of him plus more? What if he sacrificed and worked at it singlemindedly?
After years of effort, he gives it a shot but doesn't succeed.
He gets a little down, and wonders if the goal is too big, or if he has what it takes.
He's unsure, but you're unwavering in support.
And you're patient.
He digs a little deeper and finds out he's got more to give.
He starts to trust himself and believe in the process. He's having fun, learning a lot, and finding success.
He's going for it again.
You have faith in him, but it's also nerve-wracking. So many things have to go right, and not everything does.
He tries again and almost succeeds.
He can feel it now, he can taste it. He doesn't give up or get down. This time, he doubles down.
Now he's doing it his way, fueled by his passion and love for the sport. He keeps it fun and uplifts those around him.
He has created a following, a whole community of people who want to see him succeed.
The moment is now.
He has done everything he needs to do, everything he can do.
This time he doesn't just believe he will succeed, he knows it.
He's a senior, and the final match of his high school wrestling career is about to take place.
This one last match will decide it all.
He will meet his goal to become a state champion or he won't. There will be no more chances.
You know he will do it.
And he does it!!!!
He wins the match and his hand is raised—hugs, cheers, and tears all around.
It's not about the medal though, or even wrestling.
In his quest to be a state champion, he has become a true champion.
Your son just learned that he really can succeed at anything he puts his mind to. He is 18 years old and will carry this gift of knowledge within him for the rest of his life.
