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For the first time in a long time, I acknowledged my heart’s desire is to be home – to run my household and family well, while still bringing in an income from home.
I started taking steps to make that a reality, instead of steeping myself in bitter frustration, because I have to work full time outside the home, thinking there’s no other option.
I began working through deep issues of grief, disappointment, and loss that had piled up and accumulated with no time to deal with them properly. I’ve never cried so much – periods of deep sobbing – nor allowed myself to grieve so freely.
The Broken Way: A Daring Path into the Abundant Life has been like a soothing balm to my soul during this time- giving me permission to be broken -to heal – and to become an instrument of healing in the lives of others.
Honestly, I was very surprised by this result of taking time to rest, but so grateful for the heart healing that came afterwards.
Taking a good look at all of the unrealistic expectations that I had put on myself –
to be the one to pick up the slack left by others, to juggle everything on my own, to push my needs and desires aside because others needs were greater- and who I had become, made me realize I wasn’t in a healthy place.
I spent a lot of time reading Isaiah and being still – finding tender heart healing in the presence of my Savior who understands brokenness, grief and sorrow.
Fear of never measuring up broke off and slipped away, replaced with a deep peace and a sense of joy as I wait expectantly for God’s promises to be fulfilled in my life.
I didn’t expect this Year of Rest to change my life so profoundly.
Along with the profound heart change, I had the mental and emotional space to create... (click the read more button)
Hi! I’m Charissa. I’m on a mission to help hardworking women overcome money struggles and gain financial peace with a Biblical perspective so they can have the freedom to impact their families and communities. Ready to make some changes that will impact your finances in 2020? Click here to get a free worksheet to help you make it happen!