The expectation

The raw truth; we live in a society full of expectations. What I think, the majority of these expectations are LIES. Yes, lies. Who is to say what our day should look like, or what we have to get done in a day? I’ve thought about this for some time only because I’m tired of just surviving, anyone else?? I know I’m not alone, and my hope if you are reading this, is that you will know that you were created to THRIVE, to be joyful, be at peace. The thing is, its more simple than we think, but simple doesn’t mean easy.

Expectation: As a mom if you are not doing what ‘most ‘ people are doing, then you are doing it wrong. Reality: You are the mom that was chosen by God for your kids, you know them best.

Expectation: As business owner you must be so lucky because you get to do what you want and make so much money. Reality: I am blessed to have my own business that can be flexible to fit the needs of my family, but it’s far from easy, its endless work and no one becomes a millionaire over night.

Expectation: As a wife, if you don’t cook dinner every night, have a spotless house and post about how perfect your marriage is, then you are failing as a wife. Reality: Marriage takes work from both husband and wife, it means you both contribute how it works in your home is between the two of you. No one has a perfect marriage.

I share these in particular because they have been my personal experience, but the moment I surrendered my life to God, I made a choice where I no longer look around and see what the world wants my life to be like, I look to God and as him what he has for me, I ask him how he sees me, and there’s so much freedom in that.
Like I said it’s simple, but not easy it begins with surrender, then trust, and ongoing hope and faith. It may be hard, but it’s so worth it and you are worth it too, so take that first step. I hope that this encourages you today, and frees your from the expectations society sets up. Do what matters to you, what’s in your heart?