My friend asked me “what keeps you going?” This is because I had so many setbacks a few months back. Enough to knock me off course. 

I’ve felt defeated, confused, and angry especially when nothing seems to be changing. Still, I’ve kept going, I’ve continued to do what I can with what I have and make progress where I can. I’ve persevered through my anxiety, hurt and anger. Simply because I believe that I have a God given purpose, one that is bigger than me. If I quit, give up or ignore the path I believe is paved for me to follow, then I will not fulfil the purpose for my life. 

Another reason is because I’m quite good at changing my perspective quite quickly. Don’t get me wrong, when I face a setback, I’ll be pissed, and my thoughts will lean towards the negative. However, as a natural optimist it’s normal for me to brush something off and readjust my thoughts toward a more positive perspective or outcome. This doesn’t completely remove my anxiety about a situation, but I do try to stay focused on the belief that something can and will happen for me and that it’s just a matter of time. That I am being prepared for whatever it is coming my way. 

Even if you can’t see it immediately, difficult situations and setbacks provide growth opportunities. Whether that’s character building or it opens up your mind to other possibilities for your life. Ultimately, they prepare you for something that is to come, and 9/10 something that is more aligned for you. For example, patience is my weakness. Yet recently my patience has been tested more than it ever has. I was used to things just happening for me but last year, things were not happening the way I believed I needed and expected them to. It’s been difficult but again this has been character building, I needed to know how to be patient and trust in divine timing. So now, I can say whilst it’s still frustrating, I have no problem waiting for something that is better for me. 

The Universe has a funny way of bringing things together for our higher good. It’s just a matter of time. In your darkest moments, tap into your higher consciousness, or your God-self. Remind yourself of your purpose or you ‘why?’ and remember you have more to do and more to come. 

Thank you for reading!