‘Destiny has a lot to do with it but so do you. You have to persevere. You have to insist.’ These words would be powerful regardless of who said them, but the fact that these words about Destiny and Perseverance were stated by a man who has been completely blind since the age of twelve adds to their power immensely. Imagine standing before tens of thousands of people unable to see any of them, unable to even check your own reflection in the mirror before you get in front of them, and being denied the ability to see the joy your performance brings to their faces. Certainly destiny had a hand in Andrea Bocelli’s talent but his perseverance has played at least an equal part. Impressive, isn’t it?
Today is a transitional day at Rx for the Soul and in light of this, Andrea Bocelli’s quote was very appropriate. As I work to find ways to bring Rx for the Soul to more readers, I am acutely aware of the determination it will require… not just for a few days or months, but every day, of every month of every year. Writing the Daily Dose and connecting with a readership that grows each day is a destined place for me – but I have learned that arriving at a destined place is not a resting point. The opposite is actually true. My life’s work is what has gotten me to this point…and arriving here I have found the great irony that what is waiting for me is more work. Yes, destiny sits coyly there in front of me, but I must keep moving toward her relentlessly...not to reach her, but just to merely keep her in my sights. Each day I become more aware of my blind spots…. and I understand at a much deeper level that even though destiny is in my favor, favor is not going to be enough. I am going to have to insist. And when I am done insisting today, I need to wake up and insist again tomorrow.