I have found myself in a rather chaotic knot of time that just seems too tangled to unravel. It’s not impossible to get out of, of course—but it does come with unwanted stress. Perhaps it’s just the pressure of having too much on my plate at one time, but needless to say…I am beginning to understand more and more about life.
Oftentimes pressure teaches us the importance of being able to think our way through things. I’m not by any means saying that stress is a good thing—I’m just saying that we can learn many things in the midst of difficult situations. I am learning patience and endurance on a whole new level. I am finding out how important it is to be able to focus on my goals. There are so many distractions and sometimes I do feel like just throwing in the towel and forgetting about it all. However, what will that solve? Every day, after a rather lengthy prayer and pep-talk, I try to focus on all that I want to accomplish in life. As I am distracted by people and situations who are not necessarily my cheerleaders in life, I must always understand that I am still in the game.
I try to fill my mind with positive things. That means I have to be able to filter out the negativity. Sure, I’m aware that it’s there and sometimes I feel quite disappointed. But the thing is, negativity’s goal is to destroy everything in its path, and if I allow it to…it will destroy my dreams, my goals, my positive efforts, my life…ME. That can’t happen.
So as I walk out my door…somewhat like walking out onto a field to play a sport, I keep the main objectives in my heart, in my mind, and in my soul—to give it all I’ve got, to keep moving forward, to appreciate every positive moment, to live with faith and courage, to know that as long as I am living…as long as I’m still in the game…I’ve got a purpose to fulfill.
As long as you’re alive, as long as you’re still in the game…no matter what situation you’re in, no matter who you are…there is still hope. You still have a purpose to fulfill, and it may be stressful. It may be hard. It may be tiresome, but you cannot sit yourself on the sidelines of life and do nothing. There is more to life than what you could ever imagine. It may seem like you’re in an impossible situation full of stress, heartache, and many distractions. Don’t ever let negativity convince you that you have nothing else to offer. Your positive inspiration will always be needed! You’re still in the game!
Life is something else and its filled with distractions along the way. I guess we have know whats the good distractions and weed out the negative distractions. I think you have to know what your goal is and make it a priority in your life by doing what you need to do to make that goal happen. There are a few things in my life that are dear and very important to me, and I try my best everyday to make sure it gets done. Building on my relationship with God is very important to me because it keeps me sane, it helps me deal with any and everything that comes my way and gives me a comfort like none other. My relationship with my children are very important to me, its a daily job to try and instill good morals and values in them and set a foundation of Christ in their lives. I also make it my business everyday to build on my group page, Giving it All to My Father that is very important to me because I am seriously trying to build something that is inspirational and positve. I also have a couple more things that I try to get done and put that time into it everyday. We have to truly focus on what’s important to us and what we are trying to do and give it our all. When you have come to really appreciate life and want to make a difference I do believe our hands will be full because we are embracing life and trying to do our best to make our goals happen. We must never give up but at the same time know when to rest or take a break so that we do not become stressed to point where its unhealthy. Stay strong and take care you will be just fine, love and blessings to you T.S. : )
Joyce,
Your reply is very encouraging and inspirational. I love your Giving it All to My Father group! When I read the messages there, I really feel so uplifted! You’re right, we must never give up, but we should know when to trest. Thank you for your encouragement! Best wishes to you in everything you do!