10+ Ways To Survive (And Thrive) In 2024

I don’t know about you but I need to have a better 2024 than I had 2023. This year kicked my butt. Sure, I had some wins (my book deal and writing here on Medium!) but there were also losses.

Like my son getting COVID-19 again and different relatives struggling with their health, it was a hard year.

It takes a lot to have a survivor instinct and to stay the course.

For me, my survivor mindset started when I was 19 years old. I was hospitalized for pneumonia, which is very close to the Covid experience for some people. I almost died then. When I recovered, I developed a survivor mindset.

Whether someone is trying to survive a pandemic, an illness, or an accident, survivors tend to share similar qualities.

So what are the qualities of a survivor? And someone who is thriving?

Be Careful Who They Trust

Wolves in sheep’s clothing are everywhere.

More than ever, figuring out a person’s intentions is essential to protecting yourself. No one wants to be conned by a wolf in…