Allow Your Pain To Propel You Forward

How to keep going after devasting news

I let it go. It’s like swimming against the current. It exhausts you. After a while, whoever you are, you just have to let go, and the river brings you home.

Joanne Harris

This morning, I got some devastating news. The company who offered me a writing contract let me go. It felt as if my world came crashing down as the tears welled up.

I worked many hours writing detailed articles, learning a new system, and doing my best for about three weeks. I thought it was what I wanted. Perhaps I was wrong.

Distraught, I allowed myself to cry. Why did the universe kick me out of this opportunity?

To calm down, I went for a short walk outside. Right before my eyes, I spotted something comforting. One last pale pink rose greeted me with love. It was as if the angels knew I needed a sign.

After letting the emotions out, I sat down to write. More than 1,500 words poured out of me onto the pages of my book.

I let my pain transform into light.

If you come upon a painful situation or rejection in your life, here are three ways to dispel it and turn it into a gift.

Your Soul’s Purpose

Take a moment to breathe and feel into your being. You are here to spread a message of hope. Each soul is here for something specific.

When rejection happens, it does not mean you are not worthy. It only means you need to do something else. The universe is pointing you in the right direction.

For me, it called me to write more of my book. It was a sign that it should come out into the world. I felt an instant nudge from my inner being.

Whenever you experience something painful, look for the message hidden inside. There is a lesson waiting for you if you choose to open the box. We are all meant for greatness if we give ourselves the opportunity.

What is your soul’s purpose? How can you use your gifts?

Channel Your Emotions

As I typed this morning, words flowed effortlessly onto the page. It was as if my emotions spilled onto the keyboard.

When you allow your emotions to flow, you can channel them into something creative. You allow yourself to let go and create something beautiful in the process. Let yourself be an artist.

We are all creators, no matter what we do.

Someone who cleans for a living creates a space that is inviting and beautiful. A chef may create a lovely food experience for you.

Everyone is creative, and when we feel deep emotions, we can create more. Channel our pain and hurt into something to help others. It allows beauty to enter the world.

How can you channel your emotions to create?

Allow Yourself Breathing Room

Today I told myself I do not need to launch into finding a new job, career, or contract at this moment. I am enough right now.

You are a perfect human, just as you are.

So many times, we feel we must prove ourselves to be worthy of living this life. We are often tough on ourselves.

Pick yourself up and allow some space around your goals. We are a very action-oriented society. Sometimes we need time to reflect and ponder our lives. At this moment I am grateful for my pain. It is a powerful teacher.

How can you take time to evaluate your next move?

Have you faced a painful situation or a rejection recently? How did you cope with it? Please share your story in the comments. I appreciate you!

Today I want to share an article from my friend Sorina Raluca Băbău. She shares how we are all worthy of rest. Thank you, Sorina!