Challenges In the Familiar

I don't like to make promises. So, I'm not. But I want to make an effort to write more often. Dare I say, three/four/five times a week. I believe writing is a way for me to process things, get my thoughts into cohesive statements  (I hope) and practice my writing skills. Remember, I need a j-o-b! And PR practitioners write, so here I am!

One, of the many, things I am learning through my trials include the idea of rediscovering myself. I know what I like. I know myself and who I am; however, I'm not exactly where I believe God wants me. Obviously, He doesn't have me there! I think He knows there's more of myself to discover, more things for me to learn and ways I can grow.

While catching up on several of the blogs I read on a regular basis, I found something that really touched me. I'm in a very different position than the person who wrote this particular blog, but I feel the message resonates the same. Here's the quote: "What I am learning is the remarkable discipline it requires to engage a challenging life in a place that is comfortable and familiar." 

Regardless of where we find ourselves in life- it's important to engage in life, to be intentional and to challenge ourselves to live the life that's set in front of us. And just because I'm in a not-so-familiar place in life, I need to remember to do the same. It's not about where we are, but what we do with ourselves! The intentions we have and put into place to discover, grow and learn from all the lessons in life are essential. For me, it's important to do the things that make me... me!

Have I mentioned I need a job? Thought so! Just checking.