Hey there, friend! Let me tell you a little secret about life. You know those hard things that we often try to dodge? The ones that make us break out in a cold sweat and have us considering if it's too late to change careers or move to a deserted island? Yeah, those ones. Well, I'm here to tell you something that might sound a little bonkers at first - you should run toward them. Yes, you read that right. Run TOWARD hard things. Stick with me here, I promise it'll make sense.

Now, I know what you're thinking. "Why on earth would I want to do that?" Well, let me hit you with a truth bomb. The harder the problem, the less competition you'll find. Think about it. Less competition means more opportunity for you to shine. It's like showing up to a marathon where half the runners decided they'd rather stay in bed. Suddenly, your chances of winning just shot up!

Still not convinced? Let's bring it down to real life. Remember that time you had to give a presentation at work and everyone else chickened out? You were terrified, sure, but you did it anyway. And guess what? Your boss was impressed. You stood out because you did the hard thing when no one else would. That, my friend, is the power of embracing the tough stuff.

So, instead of viewing hard things as big, scary monsters, start seeing them as opportunities. They're your chance to prove to yourself and to the world that you've got what it takes. They're your chance to grow, learn, and come out stronger on the other side.

So, next time life throws a curveball your way, don't run away. Lace up your trainers, take a deep breath, and run headfirst into the challenge. Because hard things aren't just obstacles, they're opportunities. And who knows? You might just surprise yourself with what you're capable of.

Remember, life isn't about avoiding the storm. It's about learning to dance in the rain. 

So, put on your dancing shoes and get ready to show the world what you're made of. Run toward the hard things. You've got this!