Battling Discouragement
By Jody NolandOh, how I want to be like Tigger from Winnie the Pooh. Constantly filled with optimism, enthusiasm, and boundless energy. But if I’m honest, I’m much more like Eeyore, focused on my fears, failures and inadequacies. To the outside world, I mask it behind my smile and the standard answer of “Fine. I’m fine.” But when it’s just me and my faithful, ever-napping dog, my inner Eeyore usually reigns. It’s a constant battle.