How to Rise When Life Breaks You: A Blueprint for Hope, Resilience, and Victory

In life’s darkest moments, when every ounce of hope seems to have been stripped away, there are those who find a way to rise. For Lorna Greyling, her life has been nothing short of a battlefield. From staring death in the face to losing everything she had ever worked for, Lorna's experiences of trauma, loss, and despair would have broken most. But not Lorna.

Lorna’s story is not just one of survival, it’s one of choosing joy in the face of unimaginable hardship. There’s a moment she remembers clearly, the sound of a gunshot echoing through her home as armed robbers attacked her family in their own beds. Her life as she knew it shattered, and she was forced to flee, carrying only two suitcases to a new country, leaving behind everything she had worked so hard to build. At the age of 45, she began again, in a new country, with a new language, and a new culture, facing the immense challenges of being an immigrant with no track record and no financial stability.

The challenges didn’t stop there. Before immigrating to the U.S., Lorna’s husband was kidnapped, tortured, and held for ransom in South Africa. She was forced to live through the terrifying ordeal, all while trying to protect their family. Despite this unimaginable trauma, Lorna chose to rise for her family. Just when she thought they were finding stability in the U.S., her daughter fell critically ill with a rare brain condition. After spending weeks in the ICU with her daughter facing multiple surgeries, Lorna clung to hope. Though her daughter survived, months of rehabilitation left her unable to walk or speak. At the same time, Lorna lost her job and had to rebuild her career from scratch. Yet, through it all, Lorna held onto one powerful truth: Joy is a choice.

The Core of Lorna’s Philosophy: Choosing Joy in the Midst of Pain

For Lorna, choosing joy isn’t about ignoring pain, it’s about acknowledging it and deciding not to let it define you. “Joy is not a feeling or a circumstance; it is a decision,” she says. Throughout her life, Lorna has faced storms that would crush the spirit of most. Yet, she has found that joy, not as an emotion, but as a decision, has been the key to her resilience. It’s a mindset shift, one that starts with the powerful question, “How will I respond?”

Having been robbed at gunpoint, losing her home and everything she’d worked for, and witnessing the horror of her husband’s kidnapping, Lorna could have easily chosen despair. Instead, she chose to define herself by her ability to rise. "Your past does not disqualify you from your future," Lorna often says, and she lives by this belief every day.

Her journey through trauma was not easy, but it has equipped her with the tools to help others. Today, Lorna shares her story and wisdom through her global platform, M-Power TV, inspiring millions with her message: You can choose joy, even in the storm.

Key Principles of Resilience: From Victim to Victor

Lorna’s journey led her to develop a set of principles that now guide others through their own storms. These principles helped her rise time and time again and now serve as a powerful blueprint for anyone facing hardship:

1. Faith vs. Fear
   "Faith says, ‘I will rise.’ Fear says, ‘What if?’" This powerful distinction has been the anchor in Lorna’s life. Fear makes us feel small, helpless, and powerless, but faith empowers us to confront life’s challenges head-on. Lorna has chosen faith, and it has carried her through the darkest of times.

2. From Victimhood to Victory
   When tragedy strikes, the natural instinct is often to ask, "Why me?" But Lorna teaches that the real question is, “How will I rise?” This mindset shift, moving from victimhood to victory, has been one of the most transformative aspects of Lorna's journey. It’s about embracing pain, learning from it, and using it as fuel for growth.

3. Turning ‘Cants’ into ‘Cans’
   Lorna has faced countless “I can’t” moments, times when it seemed impossible to move forward. But she challenges everyone to turn their “cants” into “cans.” Life may tell you what you cannot do, but your response determines whether you’ll rise or fall.

4. Shifting Your Perspective
   A favorite teaching of Lorna’s comes from Dr. Wayne Dyer: "When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change." This simple but powerful lesson is something Lorna has lived by. By changing how we view our struggles, we unlock new opportunities for growth and healing.

A Spiritual Anchor: The Faith That Powers It All

Lorna’s resilience is rooted in an unshakable faith in God. In the depths of despair, she held onto the promise, “In this world, you will have trouble, but take heart, I have overcome the world.” For Lorna, this truth became the foundation of her strength. Her faith has not only helped her survive the impossible but has inspired her to help others find their own strength through their storms.

It’s this deep faith that is woven into every aspect of her platform, M-Power TV. The show is more than just a talk show, it’s a movement. Lorna uses her own experience of overcoming trauma to uplift others, proving that no matter the storm, we can choose to rise.

Building a Legacy of Hope: M-Power TV

M-Power TV is not just about stories of survival; it’s about empowering people to rise, no matter the odds. Originally airing on CJC network in 250 million homes worldwide, the show is now featured on YouTube, where it continues to reach a global audience with over 400,000 views per month. It’s not about sensationalism; it’s about inspiring viewers with the message that, with faith, resilience, and the right mindset, we can overcome any adversity.

Whether it’s stories of violence, addiction, or personal triumph, M-Power TV is a platform for those who have faced the unthinkable and come out the other side victorious.

How to Rise: Practical Steps for Overcoming Adversity

To help others navigate their own storms, Lorna offers these practical steps for overcoming adversity:

• Choose Joy Every Day
  No matter how dark it gets, joy is a choice. Look for moments of peace, gratitude, and strength, even when it feels impossible.

• Shift Your Mindset
  Instead of asking, “Why me?” ask, “How can I grow from this?” View challenges as opportunities to learn and rise.

• Embrace Your Faith
  Trust that every hardship has a higher purpose. Your faith will carry you through when fear tries to take over.

• Surround Yourself with Support
  Build a supportive community that helps you when you feel like giving up.

Choosing Victory

Lorna’s story is a powerful reminder that we always have a choice: to rise, to choose joy, and to choose victory. No matter how impossible it seems, you are stronger than you think.

If Lorna’s story resonates with you, it’s time to take action. Choose to rise, choose joy, and choose victory. You are stronger than you think.

Visit www.lornagreyling.com to learn more about Lorna’s incredible journey, her platform, and how you can rise from your own storms.