We
Did It!
by
Robbin Brent
Listen
to your life. See it for the fathomless mystery that it is. In the boredom and
pain of it, no less than in the excitement and gladness: touch, taste, smell
your way to the holy and hidden heart of it, because in the last analysis all
moments are key moments, and life itself is grace. —Frederick
Buechner
I was talking with a dear friend recently, whining really,
about my overwhelming to-do list, personal and professional, and some
frustrating relationship challenges. After a thoughtful pause, he asked, “How
are you kind to yourself?”
As I was considering the question, I realized that I
don’t often take time to celebrate completions, wins, or milestones. I found
myself asking, “What if, rather than seeing work extending outward toward a
horizon without end, I chose instead to savor the journey, the process rather
than the product, the millimeters rather than the miles?” I made a commitment
to pause and celebrate after I completed something before moving on to the next
item on my list. As I began this practice, I noticed a few subtle but
significant shifts. I was able to better discern and appreciate the ways God’s
presence was animating every area of my life, and I began to notice more ease
and hopefulness in my day, less tension and worry.
When I shared this with another friend and asked her how
she was kind to herself, she came up with the brilliant idea to start a “We did
it!” folder. She writes her completions on a piece of paper that she keeps in
the folder to help her remember and celebrate all that she has accomplished.
And now I have one too. The “We” in the title is a perpetual reminder that we are
never alone. We’re not alone in our struggles, and we’re not alone in our
celebrations.
Making
It Personal:
What do you think about creating a “We Did It!” folder
for the significant milestones in your life?
Even if you don’t want to create a folder, can you think
of any recent milestones, completions (projects, goals, dreams), or blessings
that you want to celebrate?
Living
Well Through Lent 2021
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