By Mallory Mattingly
Professional surfer Bethany Hamilton believes that “mindset is everything.”
In a new post on her Instagram account, the mother of four shared how she “stays motivated even when life gets tough.”
“Focus on what you can do, not what you can’t,” she encouraged her 2.6 million Instagram followers.
“Life throws challenges at all of us, but your mindset decides whether you rise or get stuck,” she explained.
Next, “Courage doesn’t mean you’re never afraid. It means you don’t let fear stop you. Take the next step anyway,” Hamilton wrote.
Third, she encouraged her followers to “embrace the process.”
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“Progress takes time, and every small step forward matters. Celebrate it,” she said.
Then Hamilton said to “keep your eyes on what matters. Stay true to your goals, your values, and the people who lift you up along the way.”
Lastly, Hamilton shared, “Your mindset shapes your journey. Choose strength, embrace courage, and keep moving forward.”
“Every challenge is an opportunity to grow stronger,” she added in the caption. “Your mindset shapes how you move through life…choose courage, focus on the next step, and trust the process. Even small progress is still progress. Keep going. Your strength is greater than you think!! 🏄♀️”
Hamilton often posts similar content to encourage her followers in their faith, personal growth and family lives.
Last month, she shared that “sometimes the best way to recharge is doing something you love and spending quiet time with the Lord. For me, surfing is where I find both joy and stillness — catching waves and catching my breath with God.”
Hamilton included Psalm 46:10, which reads, “Be still, and know that I am God.”
“Take time today to step away, breathe deep, and rest in Him,” she concluded.
Aside from sharing posts on social media and her “All Things Possible Podcast,” Hamilton thrives on being a mother to her four children — Tobias, 10, Wesley, 7, Micah, 4, and Alaya, 2 — who she shares with husband Adam Dirks.
“Our family has been in full summer mode over here☀️— homeschooling, outdoor adventures, work, cleaning garage😵💫😂, podcasting, surfing, date nights, and somehow (as seen in slide 9) breaking a lot of glass!🤣 As full as life can be at times, I’m so grateful for the rhythm, the chaos, and the joy in it all!” she wrote in July.
Hamilton is on a mission to not only share the love of Jesus but also to help families, like hers, grow closer while navigating the craziness of life.
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