(Good Religion) The Blessing of Struggling

Saying that there are blessings in our struggles sounds almost oxymoronic, yet it is true: there are countless benefits to facing challenges. When you see struggle as an integral part of life, you will learn and grow from it. The greatest blessing of struggle is that it forces us to be dependent upon God. We achieve, not in our own limited power and strength, but in our Creator's infinite power and grace. Furthermore, struggle teaches us to be patient, humble, and more compassionate. The good news is that struggles end and when they do, we become examples of “overcoming” for others. Once you accept that struggle is an integral part of life, you can have peace.