It has been a tough year and these past few weeks especially have been rough. Despite or perhaps because of it all, I am really encouraged. Maybe it sounds strange to say that I am encouraged because of the hardships I face. Usually people speak of the hardships as horrible things and that despite these, they have some sense of calm, etc.
However, I have come to realize that there are some hardships that in of themselves are a blessing to experience. Not a blessing because of the the results they produce, but that they are intrinsically good things. Before you wonder if I have finally gone over the edge of reason and sunk into the valley of insanity, just think about the times you thought life was really miserable and years later looked back on that time as one of the best, and most exhilarating times of your life.
Weren’t those moments tinged with regret that you did not find the joy in those precious moments? Now imagine if you suddenly realized in the middle of a miserable experience, that you are completely content and happy. Imagine that not only does it not cause you anxiety, but in that moment you derive joy from the experience.
Alright! I know this sounds crazy, but believe me it is a really freeing experience. I’ve discovered a new facet of life; the fountain of joy and contentment! So…I encourage you to look within each experience that life offers you and find the joy in it. Especially in our everyday frustrations and disappointments. I was reading my daily dose of comics and thought this was a bit interesting. It’s all about our perspective!
