Dawn, night, and taxes are three things that we can all count on as we go about our daily lives. And, we’ve heard of Murphy’s Law, where anything that can go wrong will go wrong. We need to roll with the punches – take it in and let it go. Make lemonade out of lemons. The clichés are never-ending.
It’s also said, “It’s not what happens to you, it’s how you react to what happens to you.” Remaining calm and keeping a clear head when things don’t work out exactly as we’ve planned is key. Something better is probably in store for us. What feels like a missed opportunity or a dreadful situation usually brings a gift to our lives.
When the unexpected happens, we also need to look for the gift. What good thing is going to come out of these unplanned or unforeseen circumstances? Sometimes it’s hard to believe there could be a gift while in the throes of a tough situation. But proving that “hindsight is 20-20,” taking time to reflect often reveals the gift.
How many of us, after being delayed from leaving home and later coming upon a traffic jam or accident have said, “If I’d left on time, I’d have been right in the middle of that mess!” The gift: we’ve been spared aggravation and possible injury.
Sometimes the gift is a heart gift. I can remember our friend Ruth saying that having cancer had brought her many gifts. A major one was the realization of how much people cared for her. The disease had rallied long-time friends and family around her and had brought new friends into her life. Having cancer led to fresh attitudes and learnings and a sense of freedom. These were not only gifts for Ruth, but also for those of us who were so fortunate to become close to her.
Knowing that there is a gift in every situation helps us get through it. Looking for the gift brings us opportunities for growth and happiness.
What gifts have you found, thanks to a tough situation you’ve faced?
It’s also said, “It’s not what happens to you, it’s how you react to what happens to you.” Remaining calm and keeping a clear head when things don’t work out exactly as we’ve planned is key. Something better is probably in store for us. What feels like a missed opportunity or a dreadful situation usually brings a gift to our lives.
When the unexpected happens, we also need to look for the gift. What good thing is going to come out of these unplanned or unforeseen circumstances? Sometimes it’s hard to believe there could be a gift while in the throes of a tough situation. But proving that “hindsight is 20-20,” taking time to reflect often reveals the gift.
How many of us, after being delayed from leaving home and later coming upon a traffic jam or accident have said, “If I’d left on time, I’d have been right in the middle of that mess!” The gift: we’ve been spared aggravation and possible injury.
Sometimes the gift is a heart gift. I can remember our friend Ruth saying that having cancer had brought her many gifts. A major one was the realization of how much people cared for her. The disease had rallied long-time friends and family around her and had brought new friends into her life. Having cancer led to fresh attitudes and learnings and a sense of freedom. These were not only gifts for Ruth, but also for those of us who were so fortunate to become close to her.
Knowing that there is a gift in every situation helps us get through it. Looking for the gift brings us opportunities for growth and happiness.
What gifts have you found, thanks to a tough situation you’ve faced?
~ xoA ~
Thanks for posting about Ruth, Annis. You know how much that means to me! Another of the gifts that came from her cancer was that you came into our lives! Your friendship is part of that magical Ruthdust.
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Ruth is still so much with us, and she comes up for me in so many ways. Her Ruthdust sprinkled and stayed on everyone and everything she touched. Love you, too, Bobbi. xoA
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