My thoughts about 2022 — I found a way to start my year on the right foot.
It almost went wrong before the year started, that was a close one. But I am thankful I can breath a bit now…
Hello there, yes you dear. I am glad you clicked.
Please allow me to introduce myself, just in case you haven't crossed paths with my posts yet.
I’m Blessing Ekpo, nice to meet you. I bet you are a bit curious about 2022 too and what I have to say about the year right ? or maybe I am wrong.
I’ve been thinking a lot.
I can only imagine the pressure in the air right now. Many people have written down goals with many expectations but are still lost on how to start, not to mention the anxiety — the unknown is quite scary, I know right…
Our human nature responds to the unforeseen with anxiety, fear, worry, etc. It’s funny because I am one of these people. I feel the fear too, it’s like it’s slowly making me feel choked every day.
Having to set goals, especially the ones outside our comfort zone, thinking — Are these goals I am writing down even possible within only a year? High expectations are risky because we do not know what could happen.
I share the same burden on every over-thinker shoulder, if you are one then you must know how I am feeling. I kept second-guessing myself when penning my visions down, it was very discouraging but I did it anyway. I would rather do it now than regret it later because of fear.
Rihanna would say “ I mean, who wants to do that “.
A few days back, the daunting question was, how do I just get to a place of rest without having to worry this much before mid-January? At the rate I was going, it would be almost impossible to let go of my anxiety issues if I start the year this way — which is one of my goals for the year. Ha! That would be like starting to fail before the journey begins.
Then suddenly, it dawned on me that I am relying too much on myself and if I am being honest, I already know on my own, my current capabilities can’t take my expectations, vision, and goals.
My goals scare me, do your 2022 goals scare you?
It’s okay if it does, I guess it’s normal, it should scare you a bit or maybe a lot more than a bit. Many successful people today say the same thing about their visions but they slay them anyways.
How did I find a sense of peace? This might seem small but it works wonders.
I intentionally decided to lay down my burdens at God’s feet. I can’t rely on myself but I can rely on a Father that knows the end from the beginning, isn’t that a great opportunity?
Having the freedom to go boldly to God to ask for grace and fully trust that He has got you covered because he knows it all.
Trust goes a long way to changing our perspective on life. If trusting Jesus with all things can move mountains, why is it so hard to do?
This isn’t an easy thing to do but you can do it. Relying on someone who always wants the best for you, is the best thing ever.
About your goals, don’t be too anxious dear. I added “too” because my worries are not gone but I’ve gained clarity on how to worry less. I couldn’t just go ahead doing it without helping you out too.
Start from a point and the rest will follow. You did great by writing what you want down. Now, you have to let it flow and God will work out.
2022 hasn’t quite started yet (or maybe it has) but it seems very promising to me and everyone is so optimistic because they like new opportunities to be and do better. I believe it will be one of our best years yet.
I can’t wait to look back at this while screaming “ Yass girl “, you were right. Having something to show for my work this year matters so much to me. I am sure you have yours too and I believe in you.
So, I’ve decided to document every step in 2022 to focus on my journey. I am so excited about it and so far, it’s going good and I just love it.
Are you thinking of doing the same? If you are, then you’ve got to give it a try dear. Let’s try this little private journey diary turn buddy together.
Repeat this after me starting with your name… 2022 will be great!
Love you, talk soon!
