Finding Empowerment Through Adversity
This is a re-write from something I wrote back in January 2007…
Finding Empowerment Through Adversity
When we are suffering it is very difficult, if not impossible, to see the light at the end of the tunnel. But it is there. We will get through it. And in time, our wounds really will be healed.
Can something good come out of adversity? Often in the face of adversity, we are unable to see anything through our pain. The only thing we can think about are questions. Why is this happening to me? How will I go on? How will I survive?
Although we may want to, we should not turn away from our pain. It is very important that we feel all of our feelings during these times of adversity and heartache. Denying our pain, or denying our feelings, will not benefit us in any way. In fact, it will likely prolong our troubles. But if we look at our situation, and face our problems head-on…we will triumph.
We may sometimes feel like we are losing the battle; but when we push through the battle, we come out on the other side the winner of the war. That’s because we are empowered when we conquer life’s toughest battles. Only at these times of empowerment do we grow into the people we are meant to be. Think about that for a minute. Who would you be right now, if it wasn’t for the adversity you have been through in your life?
For me personally, I wish I had never had to go through many of the painful events of my life – loss, divorce, illness, betrayal, just to name a few. But I also know that I would not be the woman I am today, had I not. My past heartache and my past pain, are what make me the compassionate person that I am today. And in retrospect, I don’t think I would want to be the kind of person who knows no hardships. It is because of these hardships that I appreciate every thing I have, even the little things, the things that many people often take for granted.
I can now see that my past adversity, has truly been a blessing in my life. And although I don’t look forward to future adversity, I do know it will come. And when it does come, I will have the knowledge of my past strengths to help me overcome, and once again triumph.
My hope for everyone, is that they are able to one day look past their pain, to find their empowerment.
Comments
Comment from Carol
Time: November 9, 2009, 6:49 am
What an excellent reminder! Although I’m often jealous of my brother who seems to live in his little cocoon with no drama and no need for serious coping skills, I know that I’ve made it through some “doozies” and am still in the process of “making it through” some. And I have learned a lot about myself in the process. And how strong I am. It sounds like you’ve been in that same place, too. Thanks for writing this.
Comment from Catherine Morgan
Time: November 9, 2009, 11:25 am
Thanks for your comment Carol. I can remember times in my past when I was somewhat jealous of people who had “seemingly” perfect lives…But at some point I realized that that was counter productive and I began to see the blessing within my personal struggles.
Thanks again for commenting.
Comment from Subliminal
Time: November 4, 2009, 7:10 am
What a cool post, thanks for sharing.