How often do we associate patience with endurance—a willingness to wait without complaint? Yet, as this quote reminds us, patience isn’t just about waiting; it’s about how we wait. It’s about the energy we bring to the waiting. Do we stew in frustration, caught up in the discomfort of not knowing or not having? Or can we soften into the moment, allowing space for curiosity, presence, and even gratitude?
Patience has been a recurring theme in my life, and I’ve learned that it often shows up as an invitation to surrender control. One story that stands out is preparing for a vacation a few years ago. I remember the rush my body went into, even when there was no reason for it, it was just a habit from my past.
That’s when I stopped, went for a walk, and baked cookies—two acts that felt counterintuitive at the time. Yet, they grounded me, reminding me that patience is a practice of slowing down and meeting each moment with presence and grace.
I’ve come to see patience as a bridge between resistance and flow. It’s not passive; it’s active. It requires awareness, intention, trust and the courage to pause. When we embrace patience with a good attitude, we create space for life to unfold—and for us to meet it with our fullest presence.
If you’re reflecting on patience in your life, here are some journal prompts to explore:
What situations or areas in my life challenge my patience the most? Why?
How does impatience show up in my body, thoughts, and emotions?
When have I practiced patience with a positive attitude? What supported me in doing so?
What might patience look like in the area of my life where I currently feel the most resistance?
How can I bring more grace and acceptance into moments of waiting or uncertainty?
As you journal, allow yourself to be honest and compassionate. Patience is a skill we nurture over time, and every moment of reflection brings us closer to embodying it with ease and joy.
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