Rochelle Maria Virginia Vaz

Letting go of an old identity, especially one that others associate us with, can be daunting. It takes immense courage to move past a past version of ourselves and face the mistakes we've made, which sometimes linger as visible scars. Yet, it's these very scars that teach us and shape our resilience. Rising from these challenges, much like a phoenix from the ashes, demands unwavering determination.  The climb back up isn't swift, nor is it easy, and there are certainly no shortcuts. But with each step, we learn, we grow, and we emerge victorious. It's in facing these challenges head-on that we evolve, and as we reach the summit, the view is nothing short of splendid. Remember, how we see ourselves is how the world will perceive us—VICTORIOUS, RESILIENT, and EVER-EVOLVING. 

As the year draws to a close, some of us are still carrying grudges and choosing to be dishonest or vengeful instead of making a fresh start. We don't feel guilty or apologize for our actions. We act as if we're better than all of that. But in the grand scheme of things, we're really small compared to God's perspective and the vastness of the universe. We're tinier than our own planet Earth, smaller than ancient trees, mountains, skies, elephants and giraffes. Despite this, we don't feel any shame or take responsibility for our actions.  It's a kind request to put aside our false pride and ego, which only causes harm. Let's apologize and embrace those who matter in our lives. Life's too short to let our egos ruin it. It's time to change, and there's no better moment than now. Related topics: Unified in Faith: Embracing the Universal Divine Guidance