The story of Hercules slaying the Nemean Lion for his impenetrable skin is an ancient one. We can all appreciate the courage and strength it would take to face such an intimidating foe. But that’s kind of silly, right? The Nemean Lion isn’t real, and we’ve all faced more substantial foes in our own lives. The moral of this story? You should be proud of yourself for what you’ve been able to sustain and overcome. Don’t get down on the setbacks you’ve faced, so many people refer to a setback as a failure, but it’s not a failure if you simply don’t give up. Persevere. The mental fortitude to push forward when the outcome is uncertain, that’s the true strength of Hercules. And it’s the true strength of you.