It's that time of year when people are already thinking about New Year's Resolutions and goals and this is clearly something I'm passionate about helping people with.
But today I was struggling with a particular area of my life (gosh I hate admitting that!), and thankfully I have an amazing husband of 13 years to talk these things through.
I could easily identify why I was feeling disappointed, but knew that the answer was one that would take focus, time, and consistency.
One thing that surprised me about our conversation, admittedly a bit emotional on my end, was when he said, "You know.....there's value in NOT looking to the future".
Woah.
I think God knew I needed to hear that one today and I'm thankful for to my husband for that tidbit of wisdom.
It actually hit me like a mini wave. Like many people, I'm goal driven, purpose driven, looking to the future, planning, preparing, dreaming and constantly goal setting.
But I haven't taken much time to pursue the past in a way that would allow healing in some areas. I haven't taken nearly enough time to celebrate the accomplishments, the journey, the relationships and moment that brought me to this moment in time.
There's value in not always looking to the future. There is value in remembering, in reaching out to those who have influenced your life and saying, "Thank you" and "How are you?".
There's value in taking the time to heal, so that you can move forward in a more whole and healthy way. There is value in visiting the past and remembering how far you've come.
I hope you'll take a moment today or soon to remember and find value in the past.
xo,
Anneke
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