Reflections After A Storm

Recently there was a storm with pouring rain and winds strong enough to cut the power. Nights seem so much darker during a power outage. There were few options for doing anything other than to be still. Most activities came to a halt. Maybe the desire was there to do some tasks, and even a need to complete them, but it was not possible.

I sat down. It was an opportunity to see what was going on around me and make the choice to not spontaneously create some activity to fill this quiet space. It was an opportunity to rest. I chose to simply be still. Letting go of the day, I went to sleep. That was all that was left to do.

While I slept, the storm moved out and all power was restored.

If I liken this to my life, first I have to sing praises for covering and protecting me from worse catastrophes. I woke up giving praise to God for time to reflect, and thanks to the electrical company employees for the restoration of service. Nothing was damaged. Then, gratitude for allowing the time to rest. Finally, appreciation for bringing me through while making provisions along the way (a restaurant several miles away for food and phone recharging). I continue to pay attention to the need to pause, truly stop and look at what is around me. Taking the time to examine what I am doing, what I have done, and any impact I have made is a conscious act.

I had severed my spiritual connection to the Lord, and was not operating in my full power. When I am in sync spiritually my life is more purposeful, fruitful and secure. I’m grateful for an opportunity to recalibrate with a new perspective of what is possible! After my storms I look around at what is different, how things were changed, and how I may have changed.

·         When you take stock after a storm in your life, what has the storm allowed to be removed?

·         What shall now be in its place?

·         What has been fortified as an outcome?