The Gift of Patience: Finding Grace In The Process
What is the gift of Patience and can you truly experience peace in the waiting?
Today’s gift is Patience. Patience is one of those gifts that sounds nice in theory, but let’s be honest—it can be tough to unwrap. Especially during the holidays when crowded stores, long lines, and Uncle Joe’s third story about his glory days are all testing your very last nerve.
But here’s the truth: Patience isn’t just about waiting. It’s about how you wait. Let me say that again for the folks in the back: Patience isn’t about standing still and counting the minutes. It’s about the attitude, grace, and calmness you bring to those moments of waiting. It’s not easy, but it is powerful.
Today’s gift is Patience -a virtue that teaches us to trust the timing of life.
Why Do You Need Patience?
Life has a funny way of making us wait. Whether you’re waiting on a promotion, waiting for medical test results, or just waiting for that sweet moment when the kids finally go to bed. Patience helps you grow. Without it, you rush, you push, and you stress yourself out to no end.
Patience teaches you to trust the process—to breathe through the chaos and find peace in the in-between moments. And let’s be real… good things truly do take time (just like my mum’s Christmas cookies).
Patience doesn’t come naturally—it’s something we practice.
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My Story of Patience
Let me take you back to a time when I was learning this lesson the hard way. Early in my career, I had my eyes locked on a leadership role. I wanted that promotion, and I wanted it yesterday. Every couple of weeks, I’d stroll into my manager’s office like a kid on Christmas morning: “Am I ready yet? Is it time?”
And every time, they’d smile and kindly respond, “Not quite, but you’re getting there.” Getting there? I wanted to be there already! It felt like I was waiting for water to boil—endlessly watching the pot and getting more frustrated by the minute.
But here’s what I realized: Every “not quite” was actually a gift in disguise. And then, one day, it happened. I got the promotion. And let me tell you—it was sweeter than I ever imagined. Not because of the title or the paycheck, but because of the journey. The waiting, the stretching, the Patience shaped me into the leader I needed to be for that role.
That my friend, is Patience.
How Can You Hold Onto the Gift of Patience?
If you’re like me, you know Patience doesn’t come naturally—it’s something we practice. So, here are three ways you can hold onto the gift of Patience:
Focus on What You Can Control: Instead of stressing about things out of your hands, shift your focus to what you can do. Whether it’s learning a new skill, deepening relationships, or taking small steps toward your goal. Patience grows when we take action where we can.
Breathe Through the Frustration: Frustration will come—it’s part of the process. But the next time you feel it bubbling up, pause and take a deep breath. A moment of calm can keep you from spiraling into stress, even when you’re stuck in traffic or waiting for that email to finally hit your inbox.
Trust the Timing: Just like baking cookies, life has its own perfect timing. You can’t rush growth, success, or even your own breakthroughs. Trust that the process is preparing you for the moment you’ve been waiting for.
Let’s Wrap This Up
Patience isn’t just about waiting; it’s about how you wait. It’s finding grace in the process, even when you want to rush to the finish line. Whether you’re waiting for a dream to unfold or just waiting for the kids to put on their shoes, patience helps you grow stronger and wiser in the waiting.
And remember… cookies taste better when you trust the timing. 🍪
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