Wisdom from Students: What Strength Means to Me

Ahead of the SRLA Strength 10K on October 25th, we asked our students and alumni what “strength” meant to them. Their answers surprised and inspired us!

Strength is…

Getting through tough situations with a positive mindset.
— Instagram user aka__judy
To pull through even when you are in pain or feel like giving up.
— Instagram user cherie_kania_
To never give up even through the rough races/times
— Instagram user carx.men
Not giving up and trying our best.
— Instagram user _.jjjasmine
Having hope and perseverance in the toughest times.
— Instagram user mimi.g_05
Being able to push through anything, giving it your all.
— Instagram user eger15356
Knowing that no matter what for you anything is possible.
— Instagram user holguin0469
Strength is all mental to me, basically how far you can push yourself to achieve.
— Instagram user nolimit_slurpep
Believing in yourself and pushing yourself beyond what you thought you were capable of.
— Instagram user thestumbystubbyduo
The will to not give up, even when it gets hard. To keep pushing to reach your goals and be the best version of yourself.
— Instagram user lesleyseirra

We were blown away by the thoughtful responses, each focussed on inner strength.

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