We've all done it. Gotten sucked into tasks, routines, the challenge of something, only to look up and wonder how in the world we got where we are. Even if it's a GOOD place to be, it may not be where you should be, want to be, or help facilitate the goals and dreams you have.
I'm completely aware that at some times and in some places in the world, you have to grab ahold of whatever opportunities come your way. Often times today though, we are presented with a plethora of opportunities and it can be overwhelming in discerning what is the BEST for us, our families, and those we are wanting to serve.
I was feeling absolutely convicted about this this past weekend. In this great big world of opportunity, it can be hard to discern and let go of "good" things not meant for us, in exchange for the unknown.
From a personal standpoint, that's when FAITH trusts that God is holding us and leading us every step of the way. From my wedding day, to kidney disease, to the loss of loved ones, to bringing AMAZING people into my life, I've experienced and witnessed enough of life's ups and downs to know that faith in God's direction for my life far exceeds any plans I could come up with. As I go to bed and wake up each morning, I'm leaning on that promise, trusting Him, and learning to let go of things not meant for me.......❤❤❤
So how do you let go of.........
...............the things not meant for you?
HOW DO YOU EXCHANGE GOOD FOR GREAT?
1. Have faith and be open to changing directions.
There's just no way I can write authentically on my blog about this without putting it first. It is who I am and it's what I believe and have experienced to be true. Have faith that God's plans are better than your own. They may not be more glamorous from other people's perspective, but people come and go. Time and time again I've found that when I surrendered my thoughts and ideas to Him, I was able to see opportunities that I never would have if I was stuck within my own "tunnel vision".
Keep your eyes and heart open to change. That doesn't mean never finish and abandon everything you begin, but don't get so stuck on one path that you can't see other opportunities along the journey.
2. Surround Yourself with Quality People.
It's true. The Top 5 or more people you are constantly around are who you kind of turn into yourself. Be selective. What kind of qualities do they have?
Are they workaholics? Fearful? Lazy? Empathetic? Happy? Energetic? Positive? Tenacious? Gracious? Selfless? Creative? Forgiving? Teachable?
What is it???
This doesn't mean don't spend time with other people that don't have these qualities. We are all a work in progress! This is about your CORE, in person and online. Who are you allowing to influence, encourage, and teach you? When you are wondering if you should let go of something possibly not meant for you, who are you going to talk to - who knows you well?
3. Constantly Reevaluate.
I'm personally quite over New Year's resolutions. No hard feelings if you love them yourself, ok? They have just proven to be disappointing and limiting for me personally. I have personally gained the best results for my goals (small and large) when I constantly reevaluate my goals and direction.
I really believe that we are capable of so much more than we realize.
Make large goals and break them down into into smaller goals. Make 90 day goals, monthly goals, and weekly goals - all broken down. It works. I've seen it and experienced it.
There's no reason why you have to wait to start Monday, start January 1st, or wait until whenever. When you take the time to reevaluate, it's easier to let go of the things not meant for you now.
What do you think? Do you find it hard to let go of good for great - or really....the unknown? How do you work through this?
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xo,
Anneke
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