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When You Feel Like A Failure...

9/27/2010

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This article was picked up by The Pagosa Daily Post, Pagosa Springs, Colorado!
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This probably won't apply to you, but you might know someone who gets emotionally leveled with feelings of worthlessness. A goal is missed (again), someone makes a comment about weight, another less than expected paycheck or a sale falls through, a certain sin has crept back in or a mistake from the past is brought back up, and what might have been a great day ends up in the toilet.

I won't be singing, “Just Put On A Happy Face” here.   I'm punching the keyboard under a wet blanket of my own disappointments. But I'm writing this to remind myself and that friend of yours of a few important things.

1.  These feelings will pass. Valleys don't go on for ever. Even the Grand Canyon comes to an end and gives way to level ground. Psalms 30:5 says, For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning. Tomorrow really is a new day, and a good night's sleep may be exactly what's needed to bring on a new perspective.

2. Instead of dwelling on the problem, focus on solutions.  There are usually many ways out of a bad situation. But we won't see them if we aren't open and looking. If we know what needs to be done – do it. If we don't know what needs to be done, let's humble ourselves, and ask someone who does. Proverbs 15:22 Without counsel purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of counsellors they are established.

Negative feelings serve a purpose in our lives.  I believe they're connected to the conscience to get us to make corrections.  If we can see it like that, we'll be better off. But If we've made corrections and the feelings still throw us into a tailspin mentally, it's time to tell our feelings to take a hike!  One way to do this is by declaring the scriptures to ourself, the enemy, and the air around us.  Psalm 34 is a favorite of mine.  Open up your KJV Bible and speak this out loud when you're getting beat up.

3. Be content with or even celebrate small victories. I didn't get into some of the messes I've found myself in overnight. It was a decision here, a choice there over a period of weeks, months or years. Unfortunately, I probably won't be getting out of those situations in twenty-four hours either. It will probably take weeks, months or years to fix. 

The hook is that if we have unrealistic expectations of progress, we might trigger feelings of failure again. Instead, let's rejoice over every little step in the right direction. Many small victories make a big win! 
Failure is part of life. How we handle it is what's most important. The American auto maker and pioneer of the assembly-line production method, Henry Ford said, “Failure is simply the opportunity to begin again, this time more intelligently.”  What a great perspective.

The emotional side of failure is sometimes tricky to get through. But, no matter how bad things may look or how we feel right now remember this: 

                                               
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Well, don't say we didn't warn you!

Things 

Could Always 
Be Worse!


Again, the anger, bad mood, depression will pass. It's probably not the best time to make any important decisions. Rather, let's take all the feelings, mood swings, and tears and put them and ourselves on the altar, 
Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.  (1 Peter 5:7)


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9 Comments
HMM
9/28/2010 01:02:06 am

The reminder to be content with small victories is excellent advice. Too often I feel like all is lost because all is not won. . .that the day was a waste because the entire to-do list was not completed, instead of being satisfied that some things DID get done and feeling utterly condemned because I am not totally sanctified.

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Kathy
9/28/2010 01:47:16 am

My reminder from your lesson today, is not to get discouraged. Keep the faith and let God take the lead. A church near by states this: "We ask God to lead us, then we grab the steering wheel". I think that says it all. If we just let go and let God.

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Linda link
9/28/2010 02:47:12 am

Timely words, as always. All wonderful points though I particularly liked #2...focus on the solution and remember to seek The One who knows the answer.

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Kim
9/28/2010 03:54:34 am

Thank Pat!! This is exactly what I needed today...and probably for many days to come! You are such a blessing. Know that God is using you to touch people - I know, because I'm one of them!

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Albert link
9/28/2010 04:46:37 am

Hi Pat,

Thank you so much for sharing this post I need it! take care and God bless...

Albert

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Eva Marie Everson link
9/28/2010 05:50:06 am

Great reminder!

Eva Marie Everson

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Dolly
9/28/2010 06:01:06 am

I think paying attention to signs is really wise. Thanks for the advice in advance.

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Chris
9/29/2010 06:04:12 am

Pat,

What a wonderful and timely word of encouragement. You are a gifted writer and encourager. Thank you friend.

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Cindy Schuerr link
2/17/2011 09:04:14 am

Pat, thank you for this wonderful, insightful post. Wow, did I need this today.............
I have to remember to celebrate the small victories and to place it in God's hands.

Many Blessings to you,
Cindy

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