The journey to evil’s triumph over me begins in the depths of my thoughts.
As anger silently grows, it eventually reaches a boiling point, leading to swift judgments of others that breed contempt and ultimately transform into hatred.
Envy and jealousy also find their place in my mind.
The solution to evil lies in me performing acts of kindness.
Good deeds are born from positive thoughts that are put into action.
When faced with negative thoughts like criticism, anger, or envy, I combat them by showing love; armed with goodness, I can conquer all obstacles.
Sometimes, I question which side of my heart I tend to as my inner darkness battles against the light within me.
The toughest challenge I face is when I begin my day on the wrong note, and instead of taking a moment to reset, I let the negativity consume me. I take out my frustrations on everyone I interact with, subjecting them to my harsh and unkind behaviours.
During tough times, I typically stay indoors and let the day go to waste, falling into self-criticism and self-blame. I constantly search for flaws within myself, causing me to diminish the image I once had of myself by half.
I have shifted my focus away from admirable qualities such as compassion and empathy and started to downplay the achievements I have worked so hard for. My passion for supporting and uplifting others has also taken a backseat in my mind.
In the battle between the devil on my left shoulder and the angel on my right, I find myself at a crossroads, compelled to reflect on my inner struggles.
GOD IS IN THE PAUSE
Stepping back, I contemplate the purpose behind my efforts to maximise my time on this planet and to prioritise the meaningful qualities that give life its value.
I have always strived for qualities not overshadowed by the desire for beauty, fame, material possessions, or wealth. My goal has always been to make a positive impact on the lives of others.
LET GO, LET GOD
To nurture my heart, I must acknowledge the acts of kindness from those around me and stop my anger from growing. Instead, I will choose to display compassion and mercy towards others.
THE POWER IS WITHIN ME
I control how I respond to the events in my day, good or bad.
I am not obligated to let others manipulate me into doing things I do not desire.
The power to determine my reaction to others’ criticisms and judgments lies solely in my hands.
No matter how rough my morning is, I can rewrite the narrative for the rest of the day.
I don’t allow others to control the way I live my life; it’s my story to write, not theirs.
Our thoughts shape our actions, and our actions determine our outcomes.
A valuable lesson I’ve learned is not to allow others’ opinions to control the direction of my life. Ultimately, I am the one who must face the consequences of my choices.
In everything, there must be a balance
Natalie M Bleau
Scripture of Balance
That Inner battle. You have an admirable way to calm the human and elevate the Humane, and your level of awareness allow your efforts to not be in vain. You can’t keep a good woman down 💪🏾 I love your emotional honesty ☺️ That’s courage right there 🔥 Keep Bringing & Shining Your Light ✨️