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This past week has been quite an interesting one. I was plucked from my usual day-to-day routine and put into something completely unfamiliar. At first, I was unhappy, naturally, (for more reasons than one, but that’s another story -_-), but as the week progressed, I found myself being okay. I stopped fighting what was and starting allowing what would be. As I allowed my days to create themselves without the restriction I subconsciously added, I found a new routine inadvertently created. I now sit here at the end of my week, filled with a newer understanding, less frustration, and anticipation for what my future holds.

Today I want to encourage you to move fluidly through and past your “test time.” While you’re stuck in your frustration, you will unfortunately miss what God is trying to do. He’s ultimately getting you to see that what may seem like an upside down mess to you, is His way of shaking things up and making you uncomfortable. Sometimes, we have goals, but get too comfortable and that initial sprint to that goal is now a fast-paced walk. The jagged edges of your upward climb are part of the struggling path that builds character and tests your willingness in achieving your dreams. It also prepares you for the future. Life won’t always bring you comfortable and pleasant situations and you must know how to go with the flow and rise above the situation. This will be a testament to your future that you can handle whatever comes your way without giving up. It will show that you are flexible and successful people know how to make it work. I believe that one of the keys to success is being able to continue to excel and push forward even when you’re in a situation that you didn’t ask for or wasn’t expecting.

 Be strong. Push forward. Ace your test. The next chapter may be the one you’ve been working so hard for. :)