“To be interested in the changing seasons is a happier state of mind than to be hopelessly in love with spring.” ~ George Santayana
Uniquely Wrapped Gifts ~ A State of Mind
How is it that unadulterated peace often comes after much agonizing and soul-searching? Too often we struggle until exhausted before finally coming to accept the changes we know are meant for our own well-being. We hold on to the familiar , sometimes out of fear, and other times out of pride.
Late summer into early fall my concentrated efforts to expand my business and reach a greater level of personal success came up short when I faced a trial that would bring me to the point where I questioned my very purpose in life. As strange as it may sound, the trial itself is insignificant now. The significance lies rather in the lessons I learned during that time of struggle.
As life changes for me, I am filled with a sense of peace not previously enjoyed as I reflect upon the fact that every season generously offers gifts to those who willingly accept them, though often those gifts are wrapped in ways we initially do not find appealing.
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