Use the difficulty.

When asked about his life philosophy, actor Michael Caine shared this story:

As a young actor, he once tried to enter a scene but found a chair blocking the door.

Embarrassed, he told the director:

"I can't get in... there's a chair there."

The director replied:

"Use the difficulty!

If it’s a comedy, trip over it. If it’s a drama, smash it.

Whatever happens—use it."

How great is that?

Because whether it’s getting dumped, losing a job, or just a bad day—

life will keep throwing chairs in your way.

The real question is: What will you do with the chair?

You can let it block you... or you can use it.

So next time life throws a chair in your way, don’t freeze at the door.

Ask yourself: How can I use this to my advantage?

Because if you look hard enough, every problem is an opportunity in disguise.

— Mike

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