03/13/2026
Walking Toward the Light
When the world around you is grumbling, look for the kindness.
Start your day with a gratitude list, a prayer, thankfulness, and an intention for the day ahead. When we do this, we begin our day walking in kindness, walking in peace and serenity.
Chaos will still be thrown at us. Life doesn’t stop doing that. But when we ground ourselves first, that chaos can roll off our shoulders as we keep moving forward.
When we absorb the negativity and the grumbling around us, it becomes heavy energy. When we carry it long enough, it can weigh us down and lead to sadness, depression, and the quiet voice that says:
I’m not good enough.
I want something different.
But I don’t know how to get there.
Before we know it, we’re walking a path that feels unhealthy and hopeless. A path where the end is not visible. A path where we look into the forest and only see darkness.
That is a scary place to walk through alone.
So catch yourself if you can.
And if you can catch even the tiniest whisper of light—grab it. Hold onto it. Pray, reflect, breathe… whatever helps you take one small step toward that light.
Turn around if you need to. Do your work. Reach out to a friend. Find someone who loves you and will walk beside you in the woods.
Creating a new life is work. Not just for people in recovery—but for anyone who wants something more.
Create your path so you can stride with purpose.
Every step toward the light matters. Even the small ones.
