Trials and Tribulations
By Teboho Masakala
Life itself is full of trials and tribulations that often or
many instances deter dreams and stall the future but trials and tribulations
should not be the cause of giving up. In fact trials and tribulations are just
a test in life to take you a step closer to achieving your dreams. At times we
look at trials as something that takes us steps back while in fact trials can
be a learning curve.
Nelson Mandela was tested during the 27 years he spent in
prison, from the treason trial, not allowed to see his children till they were
at a certain age and living with the fact that he might not see freedom again
after being banned for life in Robben Island. But the trials he went through did
not stop the dreams he had to see a free and democratic South Africa but
instead made him look at the bright side of it which was seeing the people of South
Africa free.
It wasn’t about his freedom as such but the freedom of
other. Trials are a good learning curve
and a stepping stone. Do not be afraid to be tested or pass through the storms
because it will produce a good harvest you will be proud of.
Lessons you can
learn after passing trials and tribulations:
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Coming out stronger than ever
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Learning from the experience
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Taking life one step at a time
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Knowing who your real friends are who were
supporting you during trials and tribulations
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Making sure not to face same situation again
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Look beyond your tests, trials and tribulations
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Be inspired and proud to have passed a test that
has shaped your life for the better
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Be able to help others who passed the same
experience as you
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Use your experience to inspire, motivate and
mentor others.
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Believe in your abilities.
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Never giving up
Do not fear trials and tribulations that you face in life
but welcomed every challenge as it comes. The is a purpose for every challenge
you pass. God won’t give you a burden that you cannot carry or handle.
By Teboho Masakala
copyright (C) Teboho Masakala
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