When a cowboy gets bucked off a bull, he has to let go of the rope. To hang on would be to his peril.

There are times when our strength — and our ability to maintain a tight grip — can work against us. Times when it would be better (in the long run) to accept temporary defeat.

Pausing to regroup, or to reset, or to focus on self-care … that’s not the mark of failure; it’s the sign of wisdom and resilience.