Have you ever resisted a dark, challenging time you were going through, wishing it would just pass and leave you alone? We all have at some point. It’s a totally understandable reaction to times that are not pleasant to experience.
Yet. Those rough patches bring their own blessings if we can release our resistance to them and be open to what is wanting to unfold. The good that can spring from the worst of times doesn’t always show itself immediately. It can take weeks, months, or even sometimes years, for the growth and blessings to become apparent. But they will become apparent if we are open to them. This is another lesson Nature teaches us.
From the mud grows the lotus.
From the charred forest floor springs new growth.
From the compost comes life-giving plants, and
From the darkest night comes the brilliant dawn.
It is Nature’s way to bring beauty out of ugliness.
If there is way to dodge life’s challenging times, I haven’t figured out what it is, and at this point, I might not want to. I have gone through a few of my own dark nights of the soul (an expression right? They actually lasted months), to know that beautiful changes and new opportunities came on the other side. Opportunities and new joy that would have remained hidden to me if I hadn’t gone through what I did.
Are you going through one of those times now? If so, you have my sincere care and concern and I am here to give support if that would be helpful. But know that it is a law of nature, that the most beautiful things are born of the most unpleasant circumstances. Better times lie ahead.
If you are currently going through one of Life’s rough patches, and would like some support and guidance, go ahead and schedule a free 30 minute call and we’ll explore how our working together can help you feel steady and sort out your best nest steps.
