The Audacity of Self Reliance

“I never wanted anybody to treat me special, I never treated myself special…”
- Clay Dyer, professional bass-fisherman

Every  once in a while you come across a story that simply takes your breath away – and leaves you speechless. The story of Clay Dyer is one such story. It is nothing short of miraculous and will leave you awestruck. Clay has redefined self reliance, determination and a host of other adjectives we associate with successful people. Clay Dyer is an inspiration to humanity.
Take nine minutes and 22 seconds of your day to be inspired and quite possibly changed forever. Learn the story of Clay Dyer…

Dare I say anything else? The story speaks for itself, but I can’t help pointing out the contrast of this incredible man and the millions of people in this country who complain, beg, and blame others for their circumstances while living off their fellow citizens. Politicians call it well-fare. I call it theft of the soul. There are those who live as victims and then there are those who understand what it means to be an American. Clay Dyer represents everything that makes this country the greatest, freest on earth: self reliance, courage, an iron-willed determination, resourcefulness, innovation, hard work, gratitude, liberty and God-centered faith. Imagine a country filled – even partially – with people like Clay Dyer…

Published in: Weekly posts | on June 11th, 2010 | No Comments »

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