Don't Give Up on Your Faith Journey

Hi everyone and happy Wednesday !!!

I am a firm believer that everything happens for a reason, but when you are in the thick of hardship, this can concept can feel incredibly hard to grasp. Healing is not linear, I have said that before and I will continue to say it again. It is so important to recognize that we are all healing from something and we need to focus on our own path!

As someone who has struggled with my mental health for years whether it be anxiety, depression, OCD, my eating disorder, or overthinking - I’ve never felt more at peace with my healing journey than I have this past month. I’ve always longed for a relationship with God, but I often found myself making excuses for why I couldn’t fully commit to the work.I didn’t want to give up my vices, and they felt like they had a grip on me that I couldn’t escape.

I continued to live the way I was living until I realized that I was sick and tired of being sick and tired. This is an active choice I had to comes to terms with and it was not easy. My vices began to control my life and I felt like I didn't know how I could respond to my negative thoughts anymore.

I have gone through many phases with my faith. I am consistent for a period of time and then I "fall off". This is not anything to be ashamed of yet something to focus on. We always come back to our faith at some point but it is important to understand that God is by our sides at all times and we should not only seek Him out when things are challenging but when things are going well too!

This journey isn’t easy. It’s a daily decision to do what’s right, even when that’s usually the hardest option. When you step back and look at everything you want to improve in life, it can feel really overwhelming. We need to walk with God no matter what the circumstances. Although this journey is hard, it is where we receive true joy and happiness. You are not your struggles, you are a child of God and He loves you with everything He has.

Our society is quick to seek instant gratification to fill the emptiness we struggle with. Whether it’s social media, drugs and alcohol, shopping, or other addictions, escapism isn’t the solution—God is. Your journey with God is not a quick fix to your worries, but rather a slow journey with many ups and downs. When you fix your eyes on Him and His abundant, everlasting love, life slowly begins to feel the way God intended—full of true freedom, deep satisfaction, genuine happiness, and love.

It took me many years to come to this realization, and I still worry about falling back into old habits. But through God, all things are possible. Remember, faith is a daily choice and a practice which has the power to change your life.

My mental health is deeply intertwined with my faith. When I run from my thoughts, feelings, and emotions and turn to sin, I remain stuck in a negative cycle. By removing what no longer serves me, I’ve been able to open my heart to God and discover that my faith helps me become the best version of myself.

It’s okay to make mistakes—that’s how we learn and grow. Recognizing your vices is the first step toward change, and you are far more capable than you realize. Patience is a virtue, don't give up on your journey.

You are so loved!!!

XO, Mo