Are you three feet from gold?

It’s Wednesday, and it’s possible the week has already stressed many out. So… I’d like to remind you why persistence is the key to unlocking life’s golden treasures. Let’s learn a lesson or two from an old friend.

In today’s email:

• Three feet from gold

• The lesson

• Your challenge

• What to read

Three Feet from Gold: The Tale of R.U. Darby

In the heart of the Colorado gold rush, a young man named R.U. Darby set out on a quest for wealth. Armed with dreams of striking it rich, he dug tirelessly in a mine, chipping away at the rocky earth. Days turned into weeks, and weeks into months. Yet, despite his unwavering efforts, the elusive gold remained hidden.

One fateful day, Darby’s patience waned. Exhausted and disheartened, he threw in the towel. He sold his equipment to a local junkman, convinced that the mine held no promise. But little did he know that he stood just three feet from gold—a fortune that would have transformed his life.

The junkman, undeterred by Darby’s setbacks, resumed digging. And there, where Darby had given up, he struck a vein of pure gold. The very gold that had eluded Darby for so long was now within reach. The junkman went on to become one of California’s wealthiest men, while Darby watched from the sidelines, regret gnawing at his soul.

The Lesson: Never Quit, Even When You’re Three Feet from Gold

Why do we share this story? Because it echoes through time, urging us to keep going when the path seems treacherous. Life often tests our resolve, pushing us to the brink of surrender. But remember, my friends, that success lies just beyond the point where most people give up.

1. Dreams Are Closer Than You Think: When you’re weary, when the tunnel seems endless, remember Darby’s three feet. Your breakthrough might be a single step away. Keep digging, keep believing, and keep moving forward.

2. Resilience Rewrites Destiny: Darby’s choice altered his fate. He could have been a gold magnate, but he settled for regret. Let’s not make the same mistake. Embrace resilience, for it shapes the course of our lives.

3. Wednesday Wisdom: Today, as the sun graces the horizon, ask yourself: Am I three feet from my gold? Perhaps it’s a project, a relationship, or a dream waiting to flourish. Don’t quit. Keep swinging that pickaxe. Your treasure awaits.

Your Challenge

🔥 Take Action: Identify an area in your life where you’ve come close to quitting. Now, commit to pushing those extra three feet. Write that chapter, make that call, or chase that dream. You’re closer than you realize.

🌟 Share Your Journey: Reply to this email and tell us about your three feet. We’re here to cheer you on!

Remember, you are always potentially three feet away from gold. So, chin up, heart open, and let’s conquer this Wednesday together!

What To Read

“Think and Grow Rich” by Napoleon Hill

With unwavering belief, Your Motivational Muse

See you next time!