Darkness, Power and Beauty

Horse’s steady gaze
Strengthful eyes that dare to meet
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The Horse’s Gaze (took this photo of a friend’s horse)
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Courage is the strength to face our fears, determination is the will to keep going, and perseverance is the grit to overcome any obstacle. These three qualities are essential for living a fulfilling and meaningful life.

Courage is not the absence of fear. It is the ability to act despite our fear. We all have fears, but it is important to not let them control us. When we face our fears, we grow stronger and more resilient.

Determination is the will to keep going even when things are tough. It is the belief in ourselves and our ability to achieve our goals. Determination is what pushes us forward when we want to give up.

Perseverance is the grit to overcome any obstacle that stands in our way. It is the refusal to quit, even when the odds are stacked against us. Perseverance is what helps us to achieve our dreams, no matter how difficult they may seem.

Courage, determination, and perseverance are all interconnected. We need courage to take the first step towards our goals, determination to keep going, and perseverance to overcome any obstacles that stand in our way.

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  29. stockdalewolfe avatar

    Love this post! So beautiful!

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    1. Anthony Thomas avatar

      Thanks. He was standing in a stable door which made the black background interesting

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  30. annarashbrook avatar

    Hi Anthony, thanks so much for the follow of my blog, Anna’s horse books. As a new follower, I’d like to offer you a free copy of my book, Collection, but can’t find an email address for you! I loved your pictures of the Welsh ponies. I’m researching a book on Welsh colliery horses at present. I moved to south Wales a couple of years ago and love it here. Do drop me a line annarashbrook@gmail.com

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