Will It Go Round In Circles
"Will it go round in circles, will it soar high like a bird in the sky?" In other words, will it make progress, or can you bring this idea to life? Many endeavors stumble before they even begin, so it's essential to recognize when it's time to let something go. Have you ever considered the aspects of your life that aren't working, such as a job that drains your energy, compared to the ones that do, like a hobby that brings you joy? Taking inventory of your life at this crossroads can help you discover your true meaning and purpose here on Earth. This crossroads is a gift, allowing you to transition away from situations that have exhausted their usefulness and are no longer supportive.
It's not always about life and death, but about leaving the old behind and embracing the new. What works for one season may not work at all in the next. The challenging situations are those that linger over time, gradually fading away until all life is lost. Eventually, they come to an end. It’s best not to dwell on this too long, as it can pull you down into despair and leave you longing for a new beginning. However, if you allow things to be, they will be. Letting go of the past is not a loss; it is a liberation that paves the way for a hopeful future.
You're winding down at the college just as you did at the church. However, while the church experience was a slow decline, your current job is a bit more rapid. Additionally, three of your kids left home early, while one stayed longer and formed a deep connection with their parents. Every situation has its advantages and setbacks that we navigate, but it's difficult to go back and change the past. So, you choose to move on and start a new chapter, letting bygones be bygones.
Many groups are like grapes that have been left to wither on the vine, unaware of how to fix their situation. Similar to a person experiencing a slow decline, they watch their community fade away. Recovering from this phenomenon is nearly impossible, and it would require a miracle to do so.
It’s important to remember that life is a journey of growth and change. You will witness many situations come to an end for those who have not been honest with themselves about what they were trying to revive. The key is to keep living and not try to hold onto the past; instead, let it go. Rediscover yourself and embrace each new day. That’s the important part: continue to grow, or you risk stagnation. Learn from your past experiences, but don’t dwell in the past. Under no circumstances should you let yourself “die on the vine” by clinging to yesterday. Remember, every end is a new beginning, and with each new beginning comes hope for a brighter future.