Being let down is something we all experience at some point in our lives. It is a horrible feeling and effects all of us in different ways. We all have had our different reasons for being let down. Sometimes we are let down by finances, relationships, or even ourselves.
But here is the thing: it is OK.
I know that sinking feeling in your chest does not make that easy to remember, but we are all human. We are going to do things that hurt others either intentionally or unintentionally. We form expectations or plans in our heads of how we hope or think things will happen (especially in relationships/friendships). When we do these things, we often find ourselves being let down by the fact that everything did not go exactly according to our plan. But sometimes, that is a good thing. As humans, we are very focused on the surface of people and situations. It is hard for us to see past the hurt, anger, and other emotions we are feeling. These emotions can trigger all kinds of anxiety, which often leads to even more overthinking. I am here to remind you that it will be OK.
People also let you down by how they treat you. They treat you in ways that you know are not healthy. I am here to remind you that it is never OK for someone to mistreat you in any way shape or form. Do not settle for continuous mistreatment. Of course, we are human and we all make mistakes, but we all know that after some time, things become a choice. People tell you they will change, and they will do this, that, and the other. Things may stay great for a while, but then old habits creep back in and they go back to how they were before. Remember how you deserve to be treated -- with respect. Know your worth and own it.
You are let down by the fact that promises tend to be broken and things might not stay good for long, right? We all have these thoughts in our heads. We unfortunately live in a world where we almost have to prepare ourselves to be let down by others. That is not OK. But I am here to let you in on another secret...
The best is yet to come. Think about the happiest moment in your life. There are even better things coming. We have yet to experience the best things planned for our lives. Jesus has it all perfectly figured out. He tells us that "the pain we are feeling cannot compare to the joy that is coming." That means that although this pain is pulling at our heart, the joy and happiness that is coming in our future is incredible. It means that it will cancel out any pain we have experienced.
See here's the thing about being let down -- the only direction you can go is up. Greater things are always ahead. You have memories ahead to make, dreams and goals to achieve, people to meet, and places to experience. Being let down is tough, but I hope you can begin to see it as a blessing as well.
You can know see that good things are around the corner and hard times will not last forever.
