Accepting Redirection

Lately I've been feeling a sense of resolve. The things I worried about at the beginning of the year have finally subsided. I'm filled with peace. Aside from that, I also recognize the beginning of new journeys as I continue to move forward. Instead of causing me stress, I feel prepared to face the challenges and accept the rewards attached to the new paths that I will soon walk. 

Sometimes we feel discouraged or disappointed when doors begin to close. However, whether a door opens or closes, we are given direction. I speak from a place of experience. I've been the one disappointed or discouraged from a door being closed. I've even been the one that tried opening the door again using whatever I could find nearby. It wasn't until I submitted to the process that I learned how important it is for me to be pointed in new directions. 

Oftentimes we believe we know what's best for us. We are convinced that "he's/she's the one" or "this is THE job" or even "this is the house of my dreams". Little do we know that there may be an even better job, house or partner only a few steps ahead. To be clear, I'm not telling you to break up with your spouse, quit your job or sell your house. I'm simply suggesting that what we might consider to be "bad" situations may be blessings in disguise. 

As we reflect on the year we've had, I encourage us all to embrace the "no's" (In Ministry… Embracing the No’s — IZZI (izzijaiyesimi.com) and any situation that didn't work out how you may have hoped. Reframe your mindset and change the narrative surrounding the situation. Redirection is positive - whether we smile or cry our way through it.