Overcoming Obstacles | Filed under General
With the exception of the humourous post I made yesterday, I was traveling on a road that was leading me here but I was not aware until I started writing tonight. Often you find obstacles you must overcome. There was Missy and more could be down the mile or over the horizon, time holds the answer to that but there is one thing I do know and will share. Nothing Is Insurmountable.
When my next best course of action seems unclear, any dilemmas I face can appear insurmountable. Yet there is nothing I cannot overcome with time, persistence, focused thought, help, and faith. Whatever the situation or problem, there is always a solution. And if I remember to look within, even as I search around for the “right” course of action, I will be able to center myself, clear my mind, and see that nothing has to be impossible.
The first step in overcoming any obstacle is to believe that it can be overcome. Doing so will give me the strength and courage to move through any crisis. The second step is to make a resolution that I can prevail over any chaos. Enlist my support network of family and friends if necessary. The more minds there are to consider a problem, the more solutions can be found. Don’t discount ideas just because they seem impractical or “unrealistic,” and don’t keep searching for the “best” alternative. Often there is no “best” choice, there is only a choice to make so I can begin moving beyond whatever is obstructing my path. At the very least, making a choice, even if isn’t the ideal one, can give me a sense of peace before I have to figure out what my next course of action will be.
If I feel overwhelmed by the scope of my troubles, I might want to think of other people who have turned adversity into triumph. I often gain a fresh perspective when I remember others who have overcome larger obstacles. It can be inspiring to hear of their victories, helping me remember that there is always light at the end of every tunnel. It is during my darkest hours that I sometimes need to remind myself that I don’t have to feel helpless. I have within and around me the resources to find a solution to any problem. And remember that if a solution or choice I make doesn’t work, I am always free to try another. Believe that I can get through anything, and I will always prevail.
You can do the same. What do you think? What do you use when obstacles get in your way? In the picture above if you had to cross that water how would you do it? Would you use those crooked stepping stones? Just share your thoughts with me, so I know how well I can depend on you when I have an obstacle in my life.
October 17th, 2005 at 2:18 am
A beautiful picture, inspires the confidence to cross on the stones.
How come you look so young Vickie, you must be well over 100 to be so wise.
October 17th, 2005 at 6:08 am
Once again a post that needs no comment from me, although I made Timmy read it twice. Great stuff Vick!
October 17th, 2005 at 7:48 am
All things are possible. some things just take a little longer. You have the tools. I read them in your post. Follow thru. Sometimes I don’t know if my comments are for you or for me.
October 17th, 2005 at 8:17 am
When it comes to obstacles, I have been known to be a bit of a procrastinator. I think it will magically go away or something. But the cold hard truth is that only I can overcome that obstacle and only if I get off my butt and start maneuvering through it.
October 17th, 2005 at 8:29 am
People inspire me when I need solutions and inspiration. People like you. And of course, my faith. That’s a BIG one.
I love this picture, and would it be of any help to you if I said I would hold your hands and guide you across to the other side of the water? Sometimes we just need that extra hand. I have two, and they’re all yours if you should ever need them Vickie.
October 17th, 2005 at 9:49 am
Obstacles are difficult to get around, and although I may have my times that they stand in my way, I usually find a way around (sometimes faster than others).
Beautiful post, and very well said. You are my hero… always. Love you! *HUGS*
October 17th, 2005 at 10:29 am
A year ago, I was frightened by cancer and afraid of leaving my little boy alone in this world. A pastor and my father both gave me the same Scripture. Not one of the “fear not” verses, and not Psalm 23, but Ephesians 6:10-17 re. taking on the full armor of God. When I am focused on the task ahead rather than on the obstacles, the obstacles seem so much smaller.
And of course I’d use those steps. That’s what they’re there for. Just like our friends, and any other help God sends our way!
October 17th, 2005 at 3:40 pm
When I come up against something that seems to be unmovable, I take a step back, take a deep breath and a small break. When my friends encounter something that seems unmovable, I take a deep breath and a step forward to help shoulder the burden.
And when you’re walking those little steps across the water, don’t be afraid to get your toes wet because we all slip once in awhile!
October 17th, 2005 at 8:05 pm
I believe obstacles are placed in front of us to strengthen us for what lies ahead. Each one of us is on our own unique journey, and the only answer I have is to give it up to God since He knows what’s going on and I don’t.
October 17th, 2005 at 8:58 pm
Well, in my mind, there’s only one thing to do: Go for the gusto and step across the water on those stones. I wouldn’t be able to resist; they invite me, rather than daunt me. Besides, look at the reward on the other side…
October 17th, 2005 at 10:54 pm
AHHH VICKI,
My obstacles are really in my own mind. My own fear is my biggest obstacle. Fear of failure, or of making a fool of myself. Today I faced up to something I have been putting off too long. My first stepping stone is behind me. Thanks as always for sharing your thoughts
October 18th, 2005 at 10:33 am
You are again so right about everything that you have written here. I would like to add that I think that if the obstacle that one is facing is in your relationship with somebody else, it is the faith of both people that is necessary to overcome them.
The institution of marriage, in my view, doesn’t provide for any security or assurance, except for that it is such a common belief in a dream and a common resolution to overcome the obstacles, if they surface. From the faith itself, from the belief that it is possible itself, we draw strength.
Your post could be a manual for people. Maybe some of us already do some of these things spontaneously; maybe others can find inspiration in it.
For me these things will at times be natural to do, yet at other times I have experienced that the problem had gotten to me. That I was already to affected by the problem itself up to the point of physical stress induced symptoms, to still see things clearly.
October 18th, 2005 at 6:53 pm
I am not much good with stepping stones, but I have found that an obstacle shared is much less of a burden than one I carry alone. Friends and family are always there to help me through the rough patches of life.
October 23rd, 2005 at 7:36 pm
When obstacles overwhelm, you can close your eyes and jump ahead, close your eyes, collect yourself and decide if this is something you want to walk away from for now, or permanently or devote yourself to redoubling efforts at.