Beyond The Frustration
Do you get frustrated like me sometimes?
Often it feels like life just isn’t fair and God isn’t listening!
“I've asked 'why' plenty of times. Now, I'm learning to ask 'where.' ‘Where are You God? Give me eyes to see the thread of Your goodness running through." -Kaitlyn Bouchillon
Life is a journey and we have to go through it.
All of life's challenges are not magically taken away. They are meant to teach us, make us stronger, and help us grow.
God tells us… “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” John 16:33
As humans, we want things to always be good and happy, and it is hard when life circumstances beat us down.
But remember, you are not defined by your circumstances.
And God is bigger than your problems!
I always want to be Mr. Positive and keep smiling. Problem is, even with a positive perspective, that is not always possible. We will have our down time and times when we struggle and are frustrated.
For people like me that is hard. I feel I have to be positive all the time or I’m failing, but that’s not true.
“You don't have to be positive all the time. It's perfectly okay to feel sad, angry, annoyed, frustrated, scared and anxious. Having feelings doesn't make you a "negative person". It makes you human.” -Lori Deschene
That’s right… It’s called being human.
It’s called life, with ups and downs and crazy moments we cannot explain.
But through it all we can have peace and strength.
I trust in God for my peace.
“And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” -Philippians 4:7
When I feel I cannot go on, I give it to Him.
We all need to realize there is something bigger than us. Something beyond our control that with Faith, gives us Peace, Hope and Love!
“Cast your care on the Lord and He will sustain you; He will never let the righteous be shaken.” Psalm 55:22
I give it to Him, but then it is up to me… it’s my choice!
What do you do with the frustration? Where do you go with it?
“Life Happens and Then We Choose!” -Russ
What is your choice?
“You've done it before and you can do it now. See the positive possibilities. Redirect the substantial energy of your frustration and turn it into positive, effective, unstoppable determination”. -Ralph Marston
I love that… Unstoppable Determination! That is what we need to keep going and consistently move in a positive direction… One Step At A Time!!!
Keep your focus on the opportunities and outcome, not the obstacle in front of you.
“To conquer frustration one must remain intensely focused on the outcome not the obstacles.” -T.F. Hodge
Next, focus on the environment you have put yourself in. Who have you surrounded yourself with?
Community is so important.
“Surround yourself with people who empower you, believe in you, support you, uplift you, motivate you, appreciate you.” -Unknown
And there you go. Off in a positive direction with support all around you.
If you want to overcome your frustrations and challenges, make that choice today!
Remember… You can Live the Life You Choose!
Blessings!
For more information on Russ Hedge go to www.russhedge.com
For a copy of Russ’ New Book “A Note To My Family: I am your Legacy,” “Befuddled? Live the Life You Choose!” and the companion workbook, or the International Best Seller “Rattled Awake” Volume One, go to
