The other day, I was listening to a presentation on the parts of the periodic table. The instructor explained that nonmetals are brittle, and then she asked the class, “What’s the opposite of brittle?”
A student confidently answered, “Strong.”
It wasn’t the right answer. The correct term is malleable (Flexibility). But that moment stuck with me because the student’s perspective was insightful in its own way.
Think about it… Flexibility = Strength.
This concept resonated deeply.
I want to be strong, and I work hard to achieve this—physically, mentally, and emotionally. But to be even stronger, I must also work on my flexibility.
Strength isn’t just about how much weight you can lift, how fast you can run, or how unshakable you appear. True strength lies in your ability to adapt, to bend without breaking, and to adjust when life throws unexpected challenges your way.
So, flexibility is an essential part of strength, whether it’s stretching to prevent injury, opening my mind to new perspectives, or adapting to life’s curveballs.
This week, I challenge you and me to focus on building strength and flexibility.
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