So I am sort of, kind of, reading the book Don't Sweat the Small Stuff. It's what I am currently picking up to read when I'm not totally exhausted at bedtime. I'm about 1/3 to 1/2 way through it. Basically each very small chapter is a thought or motto or mantra. Nothing too eye opening, but it's a good reminder. Today, I was thinking about all I have to do and some unpleasant tasks that need taken care of at work, when the title caught my eye. The subtitle was an especailly good reminder as well. it states And It's All Small Stuff.
It is so easy to get caught up in: "the things are going wrong," "I have so much needs to be done," and "I can't catch a break," modes of life. When we get in this self defeating cycle, we lose perspective. We forget all the good things that are happening to us.
It's been a long stressful week and next week will be just as long and stressful. But I have a job that I like. I have a boss that I like. I really like my employees. So yes, there is stress but I get to deal with it with a great team of coworkers. And yes I am tired but I'm not sick and I am not going hungry and all my bills are paid.
On top of all that I have been able to recognize the Lord's hand in several things lately. So Yes, I am not getting the time I want to do the things I want to do right now. But I am blessed and I am loved and I am cared for.
It's all about perspecitive and keeping your mind in the right place.
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