Be Careful What You Wish For

I've never been as busy as I was last week!

From the moment I woke up until late at night, I was completely immersed in work. I couldn't even have an early meal most days.

Reflecting now on how my schedule has changed, I'm struck by the irony of it all. Not too long ago, I had an abundance of free time, which I often resented and wished away. Now, my days are packed full, and I almost regret not basking in the free time I once had.

Backstory:

I started the year 2024 unemployed.

Losing my job was a significant blow, and the few months that followed were some of the darkest in my life. Although the reasons for my job loss were understandable, the impact was profound.

I despised the monotonous lifestyle. The courses I was taking, the time spent on unfruitful job hunting, and the physical discomfort from constantly worrying. Most days were filled with doubts about the possibilities of career progression because my once-structured life seemed like an empty void.

It would be accurate to say that the only times I felt comfort were during my "Quiet Time", the allocated period of the day spent in God's presence, pouring my heart out, and studying the Bible for hope and inspiration. Every experience provided a word, a song, and faith for a future I'd be truly happy in.

Well, not too long after, I secured a new job. And, the transition from joblessness to employment was swift and overwhelming. 

Suddenly, my schedule was packed, and I barely had time to eat, let alone engage in other volunteer roles or freelance opportunities that unexpectedly appeared. 

During my season of waiting, I made a decision to start blogging and even prayed about starting a business support consultancy since it was something I had a flair for. I didn't kick start the plans at the right time, and now, I have at least two clients and a blogging account, with a 9-5 job that consumes most of my time.

I practically work round the clock, transitioning from my full-time job to my consulting work with no work-life balance. In one week, I managed to sleep a total of only 15 hours, not getting more than 2 to 3 hours of rest each night. My once-empty to-do list is now overflowing with tasks, and I wish there was an extra hour in the day just to keep up.

I officially started my blog on the 1st of June, intending to update it fortnightly to balance work and writing. However, my job's demands have made it challenging to stick to this schedule. 

What's the moral lesson you may ask?

Life's like a watch, constantly ticking, each second leading to the next. One moment, you’re praying for a purpose, and the next, you’re overwhelmed by it. I now realize that while it’s important to strive for more, it’s equally crucial to appreciate the place you’re in. Ecclesiastes 3:1 explicitly tells us, "There is a time for everything and a season for every activity under the heavens."

I now know the importance of balance. It’s easy to wish for a busy life filled with purpose and tasks, but it’s also important to cherish moments of rest and simplicity. Being busy doesn’t always mean being productive, and having free time doesn’t always mean being lazy.

So,

Be careful what you wish for. You might just get it, and welcome a whole new set of challenges. Embrace each season of life for what it is and find contentment in both the busy and the quiet times. Trust that God knows what you need in each moment, and lean on Him for guidance and strength.

I hope my posts have been an inspiration to you on your beautiful journey of life.

See you on the 1st of July!