There is always something good worth working hard for, from Sam Gamgee to the stay-at-home mom.
In the movie “The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers,” Sam Gamgee offers encouragement to Frodo by reminding him of the old tales full of darkness and danger. He emphasizes that there is some good in the world worth fighting for, echoing sentiments found in other works like Hemingway’s “For Whom the Bell Tolls.”
In today’s world, many people struggle to see the good and things worth fighting for. Despite the pessimism and despair prevalent in society, it is essential to take action in times of uncertainty and build resilience.
While strategies like taking control where you can and avoiding a sense of powerlessness are crucial, the most vital element is a sense of mission. What is the reason for the battle? What makes the effort worthwhile?
In the movie “Cinderella Man,” the protagonist, James Braddock, finds renewed purpose when he knows what he is fighting for—milk for his family. This simple yet powerful motivation drives him forward.
Similarly, everyday individuals, like a construction crew manager providing for his family, exemplify the idea that there is good worth fighting for in their daily struggles.
Despite not considering themselves noble or heroic, these individuals are like warriors in a painful field, working tirelessly to support their loved ones. Their daily battles reaffirm the belief that there is goodness in the world worth fighting for.
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