“Why can’t I just feel better now?”
As Anna continued her journey in this foreign land, where she had finally found a sense of belonging, the reality of healing began to settle in.
She had started to open up and let people in, and though it brought some relief, she still struggled with the weight of her past anxieties and the depression that had taken root.
It was in these moments that Anna began to ask herself,
The Pressure of Expectations
Coming from a high-achieving background, Anna was used to seeing results from her efforts.
Whether it was academics, relationships, or even her faith, she always believed that if she worked hard enough, things would fall into place quickly.
So when it came to her emotional and mental health, she expected the same outcome: put in the work, and everything will be fine.
But days turned into weeks, and though there were moments of joy and connection, there were also days when the old feelings of loneliness and fear would resurface.
The thought of returning to that dark place scared her, and she found herself praying for healing with more urgency.
“God, why is this taking so long?” she often whispered in her prayers.
Learning to Trust the Process
It was during a Sunday service at a local church that Anna heard something that shifted her perspective.
The pastor was speaking about healing and how, sometimes, it’s a process that doesn’t follow our timeline.
He read from Ecclesiastes 3:1, “To everything, there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven.”This verse hit Anna deeply.
She realized that she had been rushing her healing journey, expecting instant results without understanding that God works through seasons.
Healing wasn’t just about feeling better; it was about growing through the pain, learning patience, and building resilience. It wasn’t a switch that could be flipped it was a slow, deliberate process.
That day, Anna began to accept that her healing would take time. The depression she had battled didn’t come overnight, and it wouldn’t disappear overnight either.
She had to trust that each step she took was leading her closer to wholeness, even if the progress wasn’t always visible.
Relinquishing Control
One of the hardest lessons Anna had to learn was how to relinquish control.
Throughout her life, she had been taught that success came from discipline and control over her circumstances. But this journey was different.
No matter how hard she tried to force herself to feel better, she couldn’t speed up the process.
Instead of striving for quick results, Anna began to focus on smaller victories.
She celebrated the days when she got out of bed without feeling overwhelmed, when she found joy in simple conversations, or when she had the strength to pray even when her heart felt heavy.
Each of these moments was a reminder that healing was happening, even if it was slower than she wanted.
She also found comfort in Philippians 1:6, “Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”
This promise reassured Anna that God was at work in her, and though the journey was long, He would complete what He had started.
Embracing the Journey
As months passed, Anna’s approach to her healing changed.
Instead of obsessing over the end result, she began to focus on the journey itself.
She allowed herself to have bad days without falling into despair. She reached out for help when she needed it and found solace in her growing faith.
She realized that healing was not a destination but a continuous process of learning, growing, and trusting in God’s timing.
Each step forward, no matter how small, was progress.
She learned to be gentle with herself, understanding that setbacks didn’t mean failure they were just part of the path.
Conclusion
Trusting the Season of Healing
Anna’s journey toward healing taught her one of life’s hardest lessons: some things can’t be rushed.
Accepting that healing takes time doesn’t mean giving up; it means trusting that there is a season for everything, and each season has its purpose.
For anyone struggling with anxiety, depression, or feelings of impatience in their healing journey, Anna’s story serves as a reminder that healing isn’t linear.
You may have days where you feel on top of the world and days where it feels like you’re back to square one.
But each day is part of the process, and with time, you will see the growth that’s happening beneath the surface.
So learn from this, and take each day, one day at a time.
Trust that God is working in your life, even when you can’t see it. And remember, healing is not a race; it’s a journey that requires patience, faith, and grace.
“Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”
~Philippians 1:6~
God is faithful and will complete the work He started in us.
“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”-Isaiah 40:31.
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