Keep Going On Your Journey

We hear all the time that life is a journey. That even though, when we get frustrated because things aren't happening as quickly as we'd like, we have to remember that change takes time. Well, I'm going to state the obvious...

Waiting to see results is not pleasant!!

I am not a patient person. It's so frustrating to think that all the effort I'm putting into developing new habits, gaining new perspective, and deepening my faith will eventually lead to a great life, and eternal life.

What I have found helpful is to think of one of those old fashioned scales. I put love, deep relationships, and eternal life on one side, and all of my worldly desires on the other, to include fancy clothes, eating our regularly, and exotic trips. We have to always remember what is really important to us, whatever that my be. Is it more important to have deep, loving relationships, or bury my hurt feelings with things designed to just make me feel good for a short period of time?

So, keep your long-term goals in mind the next time you want to let those emotions take over your actions. What's really important? Whatever that may be to you... keep going. Don't give up. You will receive your reward, and it will be so much better than whatever gives you short-term pleasure.

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Happy April Fools' Day!

I'm not a very creative person, and have never come up with something truly funny to do to my friends, family, or any roommates I've had over the years. Maybe one day I'll be able to put some of the ideas below to good use. Until then... these are just amusing.

There is No Gain Without Struggle

We all struggle with something. In our moments of struggle, it's impossible to think that other people could possibly be feeling the same hurt, frustration, and loneliness we are. Remember you are not alone. Struggling is a part of being human. Without it, we would not appreciate the good things that we have. Today, recognize that without struggle, we are not driven to be better. You are better today, than you were yesterday. Just keep going! Keep taking steps every day to work towards your goals of personal development.

Embrace Being Uncomfortable

We’ve all heard it before, “ Life isn’t always comfortable.” Even if the change is a positive one, like eating healthier… it’s still not comfortable. I’m in the process of buying my first home, and while I’m so happy and excited, I’m also really nervous and scared. I would like to think I’m ready for the additional challenges and responsibilities of owning my own home. But, what if I’m not? Big life changes can be really nerve-racking! But, I’m finding familiarity with being uncomfortable. And, I actually take that to be a good thing. If we get too comfortable, there is no growth, and if there is no growth, then we are just slowly dying. So, this week, embrace being a little uncomfortable. It’s how you know you’re changing!

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