Earlier this week I was having a conversation with someone about feeling somewhat limited when it comes to my surroundings in regards to the things that are a part of who I am. This person was wise in helping me to see that I needed to reach beyond what I had grown accustomed to and what was "comfortable". Sometimes the dreams we have, the things we enjoy, the things that cause us to come alive when we discuss them, can be hindered or stunted when we look to satisfy those things within a circle where our ideas just do not fit. Does it mean that you can find no worth or enjoyment in what seems comfortable? Does it mean you have outgrown your surroundings? Not necessarily. But the fact that we might feel limited is a great indicator that we are not reaching out "in the right direction(s)" to satisfy those needs we have. Sometimes the places to where we need to reach can be a bit uncomfortable because they are so different from what has been the norm for us. Sometimes we have so many unanswered questions. My dreams/desires are too great for my present situation but will the direction in which I feel I need to go welcome me? I know I can't mentally/realistically stay where I am but am I good enough for where I'm headed? Well, the reality is we can't stay where we are and thrive. The only answer is to move into that territory of growth.
Place yourself within that group of people that will best benefit from all the things your Creator has placed within you and you can also glean from their knowledge and God-given gifts. Take that job that may cause you a bit of discomfort at first but in the long run you know will expose your hidden talents and allow you to cultivate the things that have always naturally been a part of who you are. Seize those little opportunities that come along even if you can't drag others along for the ride. We are all given one life to live. Let's decide to follow the path that's laid for us regardless of who else wants to follow along. You never know--just maybe the person(s) that is to walk alongside us on our journey may only be discovered when we start following that path destined for us.
WOW... Love it! This passage was a wakeup call to me. I could hear the alarm sounding as I read it and could hear the words in my head saying "WAKEUP, IT'S TIME." Your words are encouraging and inspirational in motivating me to move forward in the right direction and to get on the right path. Thanks for shedding some light on the journey ahead. May your LIGHT continue to SHINE.
ReplyDeleteMs. G., Thank you for your feedback. I'm glad that you could glean from something I've said. This is what it's all about, inspiring people to go further.
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