Week of December 9th: Holding the Light in Darkness
Day 4 (Thursday, December 12): The Shadows Teach Us
Words of Light:
“Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me.” – Psalm 23:4
Reflection:
We often resist the shadows in our lives, wishing they would disappear so we could live fully in the light. But the shadows teach us something valuable: they help us see what truly matters. When everything feels stripped away, what remains? What values, relationships, or truths shine even brighter without distractions?
Loss and difficulty can bring clarity. They strip away the unnecessary and reveal the essence of what is meaningful. While the process is never easy, it can deepen our understanding of ourselves and the world around us.
Instead of fearing the shadows, ask yourself what they might teach you. Trust that even in the darkest valley, wisdom is gained, and you are never walking it alone.
Peace, Rita
Journal Prompt:
- What lessons have the shadows in your life revealed to you?
Affirmation:
“I trust that even in the shadows, I am learning and growing into my fullest self.”
Rita Lynn Berry, EdS, LCMHC
Therapist | Poet | Author | Creator of Journey to Me™
© 2024 Rita Lynn Berry. All rights reserved.