Hidden Blessings in Hard Times

Lately it seems we all have had some times where things were feeling tough. I’ve felt painfully stuck in recent times, more than ever, and seen many others reach this point as well. Yes, yes these are the cycles of life. And every cycle has it’s benefits… I know. I have been opening to the blessings of these hard times and the more that I do, the easier they become.

Here are some things to ponder on when everything seems to be going totally wrong.

A Greater Relationship With God

Sad to say, but often times my relationship with our Creator takes a back seat to life and can become a smaller and smaller focus of my day. In times of despair, I am more naturally open to spiritual guidance and connection. Each time I hit a wall, my personal relationship with God is deepened in ways I’ll never forget. It becomes more of a priority in my daily rituals as well with greater meaning.

When times are tough, use them to prompt a deepening of your sacred relationships. These growths last forever.

Gratitude and Realization For What You Already Have

Only when things are down and out do I realize the extent of how truly blessed I am, every day! Although I am a very thankful person, it is so easy to take things for granted. Simple things are great blessings. When we are busy with life and its happenings, we may grow ignorant toward our amazing conveniences and regular daily gifts. One quick movie about tough times, such as the Color Purple or one about war, can instantly show you battles we don't even know of -- and what a blessing it is not to know.

When having a hard day, pause and give thanks. Focus on what you do have and how to grow.

Large Leaps of Growth

When I am comfortable, I take it easy. Why not? I like to relax, enjoy myself, and hang with my family. No matter what, life seems to require a lot of energy and I balance it with play to keep me driven. However when times get tough, a deeper and higher drive kicks in which fuels leaps much greater than my usual day-to-day trots. One huge gift of our falls is that most often when we rise up, we stand on a higher platform. The strength that we gain allows huge advances of growth that shifts our lives forever.

Be open to what part of your life is long overdue for a change and take the leap!

When we open to these gifts and sacred blessings, we can reap the rewards of life and step forward on a stronger foundation with them fresh in our hearts.

Danielle Marie Crume