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There's a sermon I grew up with that says if I've ever lost something, there's a reason I didn't lose everything. This means there's always hope to stand firm again, to be well again, to get back on track, and to achieve whatever I'm fighting for. Being alive is a strong motivator of hope for me; it tells me that I'm alive because there's something for me to accomplish. I'm alive because I haven't yet achieved my goals, and I haven't given up like those who have succumbed to depression.
Many times, I've faced problems that seemed insurmountable, but I managed to scale through, coming out refined and better. This is why I try to tell people facing problems that, no matter what the issue may be, falling into depression or committing suicide is never the solution. Being alive means there's a solution for such problems, and it's just a matter of time and resilience. God never allows a situation bigger than us to come our way. Whatever troubles and hurdles we face, we are bigger than them because we are alive, which makes us stronger and smarter than those problems.
These are the practices I follow to keep that faith alive:
Taking life bit by bit:
Everything in life can't be done at once. Life has processes, and wisdom demands that we take it bit by bit and not rush everything at once. Even when I'm hoping for things to turn out well, I make sure I approach life step by step, tackling every problem one after the other without rushing. Although there may be times when an issue is urgent and needs fast attention, I try as much as possible to control my heart and handle life accordingly.
Positive self-talk:
I don't just think that I'll make it and keep the thought in my heart; I try as much as possible to say it out loud. I feel like when I say it out loud, I'm telling the world to take note that I'm very confident about overcoming that issue. Although nobody else hears me, I know that when I say it, life's challenges get scared of my positivity and retreat.
Positive self-talk has worked for me many times, and it's one practice I don't joke about. We were taught in sermons that what we say is what we become, especially when we believe in those sayings. So, I say them, believing in them, and for sure, they'll come to pass.
Meeting people:
I have a lot of people that I meet whenever I feel down and nothing seems to work. We talk, and I'll find myself smiling.
This sometimes doesn't work out well with a lot of people because their friend tend to take advantage of such situations. But for me, it's different; I have good people around me, and whenever I talk to them, my hope is easily revived.
These practices are what I think could work for anyone. Apply them in your life and see a boost in your hope.
Thank you.
This is my entry to the 11th day prompt in #julyinleo. You too can join馃憤
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There's a sermon I grew up with that says if I've ever lost something, there's a reason I didn't lose everything. This means there's always hope to stand firm again, to be well again, to get back on track, and to achieve whatever I'm fighting for. Being alive is a strong motivator of hope for me; it tells me that I'm alive because there's something for me to accomplish. I'm alive because I haven't yet achieved my goals, and I haven't given up like those who have succumbed to depression.
Many times, I've faced problems that seemed insurmountable, but I managed to scale through, coming out refined and better. This is why I try to tell people facing problems that, no matter what the issue may be, falling into depression or committing suicide is never the solution. Being alive means there's a solution for such problems, and it's just a matter of time and resilience. God never allows a situation bigger than us to come our way. Whatever troubles and hurdles we face, we are bigger than them because we are alive, which makes us stronger and smarter than those problems.
These are the practices I follow to keep that faith alive:
Taking life bit by bit:
Everything in life can't be done at once. Life has processes, and wisdom demands that we take it bit by bit and not rush everything at once. Even when I'm hoping for things to turn out well, I make sure I approach life step by step, tackling every problem one after the other without rushing. Although there may be times when an issue is urgent and needs fast attention, I try as much as possible to control my heart and handle life accordingly.
Positive self-talk:
I don't just think that I'll make it and keep the thought in my heart; I try as much as possible to say it out loud. I feel like when I say it out loud, I'm telling the world to take note that I'm very confident about overcoming that issue. Although nobody else hears me, I know that when I say it, life's challenges get scared of my positivity and retreat.
Positive self-talk has worked for me many times, and it's one practice I don't joke about. We were taught in sermons that what we say is what we become, especially when we believe in those sayings. So, I say them, believing in them, and for sure, they'll come to pass.
Meeting people:
I have a lot of people that I meet whenever I feel down and nothing seems to work. We talk, and I'll find myself smiling.
This sometimes doesn't work out well with a lot of people because their friend tend to take advantage of such situations. But for me, it's different; I have good people around me, and whenever I talk to them, my hope is easily revived.
These practices are what I think could work for anyone. Apply them in your life and see a boost in your hope.
Thank you.
This is my entry to the 11th day prompt in #julyinleo. You too can join馃憤
