It Gets Harder Before It Gets Better

I received a call from a client yesterday. She was feeling discouraged. The pressures of every-day, compounded by overdue bills were getting her down.

With the cost of living skyrocketing, a slow economy, tax burdens and income increase stagnation, it is no wonder many Americans are feeling stressed and pressured.

Together with the socio-economic factors, are a bunch of external issues that also want a "piece of us." Enemies of peace, harmony and good health, are constantly competing to tear down the mind and heart of millions. Consequently, we witness daily the loss of hope, faith, joy and health.

Indeed, the socio-economic landscape may seem bleak. But I tell you one thing, do not allow the enemy of your mind -- doubt, fear, resentment, worry, anger, frustration, etc.-- to tear you down! Your state of mind and gladness of heart does not have to depend on political decisions and Wall Street.

It does depend on your clarity of vision and ability to grow and strengthen your faith so you can persevere when the tough times come. Lift your eyes to the sky on a cloudy day. Just like you know the dark clouds will disappear, so will the hard times. That is faith! Believing with strong assurance that darkness will give way to a brighter day :)

Take heart, be encouraged.