Everyone has aloneness

As I self-differentiate from the influence of my parents and weigh their concerns for my life against my need for independent decision-making, I must remember that element of aloneness. No one is living my life for me or living out my career choices but me. I alone live my life and I will die alone. My choices and my life are mine to make and live. There can be connection with others but there are boundaries as well.

In Weakness

Even in weakness and repentance, the Father loves me. I will keep my heart open and believe that by His wounds I am healed.

"But he was pierced for our transgressions,

he was crushed for our iniquities;

the punishment that brought us peace was upon him,

and by his wounds we are healed. "

-Isaiah 53:5