I just came across this as I was cleaning my office today (yes, I'm in day number three, I think, of this project.) I had printed it out one time and found it comforting and thought provoking. I'm not saying that all is going to turn out just as we had hoped in the end, but I do struggle with worry. There are many times when I spend time worrying when I haven't even experienced the outcome. I like the challenge this passage provides for me.
What if we knew for certain that everything we're worried about today will work out fine?
What if... we had a guarantee that the problem bothering us would be worked out in the most perfect way, and at the best possible time? Furthermore, waht if we knew that three years from now we'd be grateful for that problem, and its solution?
What if... we had a guarantee that everything that's happening, and has happened, in our life was meant to be, planned just for us, and in our best interest?
What if... we had a guarantee that the people we love are experiencing exactly what they need in order to become who they're intended to become? Further, what if we had a guarantee that others can be responsible for themselves, and we don't have to control or take responsibility for them?
What it... we knew the future was going to be good, and we would have an abundance of resources and guidance to handle whatever comes our way?
What if... we knew everything was okay, and we didn't have to worry about a thing? What would we do then?
We'd be free to let go and enjoy life.
Take from The Language of Letting Go by Melody Beattie
About Me
- Kris
- I am a wife, a mother, a daughter, a sister, and a friend. But first I'm a woman and I'm committed to taking care of myself so that I can have good relationships with others. This is not always easy. Okay, some days it's just plain impossible but I'm working at it! For almost 3 1/2 years I have been home raising children. Though quite difficult at first, I feel very content with my lifestyle choice. I am grateful that I have this "choice" and that it was mine to make. In college, I spent three months living in Costa Rica, Central America, for a Study Service Term. While there, I became familiar with the term Pura Vida. My interpretation of the phrase is "life is good." Sure, I have complaints and I am full of flaws. Many times things don't go my way. But hey, who has the perfect life (and wouldn't that be boring)?! My life is good!!
3 comments:
I love the book The Language of Letting Go. Melody Beattie always has good things to help me with relationships. Thanks for reminding me about her!
Wow-- this is awesome! I have never heard of this author, but I really liked this passage you quoted from her book. Thanks!
I agree, this is such a helpful reminder to keep worries under control and enjoy life.
Thanks Kris!
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