Long Week

It's 5:15am and I haven't slept yet because I have been on call for psychological crisis assessments and it's been a busy night (and week and month!).

This week I have seen clients, done many crisis assessments, attended two funerals, and numerous other tasks that are required in life. Someone asked me earlier this week "Is your spirit dying from it all?"

Hmmm. I had to think about it. I am sad about some of the things. and I am definitely tired and looking forward to resting. I know that in the past I would have felt like my spirit was dying a little. But right now I am okay.

How did that happen? When I first started in this field the grief affected me a lot and I wasn't sure if I would be able to manage it. Still, somehow along the way I have learned some things. I am learning to turn more and more to God and give him the grief and let him bear the burdens. I am learning to accept the small role I play in giving someone comfort. I am learning to recognize the signs that I need to slow down or say no.

I am so glad I am learning and that God continues teaching me! Thank you Jesus for answering my prayers.