“Grow through what you go through.”

Recently I have seen this picture all over Instagram and I took this as a sign to write a post around this short, powerful sentence. I am sure we can all relate or aspire to relate to these words, I know that I can. And while I have been through a lot of difficult situations, as I reflect on them, I realize that these situations are what influenced me to grow and develop.

Often times we feel defeated by what we go through. It’s so easy to get caught up in the pain and troubles that seem to consume us and forget that these terrible moments and situations will not last forever. They are only temporary. And as I have grown and matured over the years, I realize that not only are these situations temporary, but they are also necessary for growth.  Nobody wants to experience pain, but the honest truth is it’s apart of life. Those painful experiences can result in moments of exponential growth. Growth can come in various forms such as finding strength deep within that one was unaware of, strength to move on, strength to fight for what he or she believes in.

 

I know that I personally have been through situations in which I questioned whether or not I would ever be happy or okay again. I felt so lost and heartbroken and never thought I would get over those things. But I did just that. I got over it. I’m not saying it was an easy process and I’m not saying it happened overnight. For me, it took time, prayer, and the loving support and kind words from my friends and family for me to get over these hurtful experiences. And when I reflect on those experiences, it seemed like they happened forever ago. It’s even hard to believe that I ever felt like that. But I did and I truly thank God for growth. If I hadn’t been through anything, I wouldn’t be the person I am today. I definitely feel wiser because of the hurt, heartache, and pain I have experienced. Instead of letting these emotions consume me, I used them as my pathway to growth, to changing and embracing God’s plan for my life.

The next time you feel like you can’t endure the pain or your situation, try praying or talking to someone. I guarantee that the pain won’t automatically go away, but talking to someone and knowing that you are not facing your battles alone can help you begin to feel a bit better. It’s okay to experience things that are not so pleasing, because remember these failures, painful situations, and struggles are opportunities for growth.

I hope this post will be relatable to you and maybe encourage you a little as you endure tough times. Grow through what you go through & remember,

“weeping may endure for the night, but joy  comes in the morning.”

Psalm 30:5

Love,

Janna Alane