Doing Good and Rejection

Continue to do good despite the rejection. That's the lingering thought that comes to mind as I wake up this morning.

Though my eldest son is not with us, after two days of being together, I see myself again this morning returning to "ICU," though not as serious as several years ago. Perhaps, I had already developed emotional resilience so I could handle such persistent rejection.

Years back, I would be immobilized for several days and would burst into anger and self-pity. The good thing is no one is hurt, at least physically. I credit that to God's grace.

The fact that I am still living now and I can even handle tough tasks like what I will do next after publishing this article is a testament to the power of God's grace. Relying on my strength, I could have chosen a different path, a life of isolation and seclusion. But that would hurt my sons whom I dearly love. Though not fashionable, I would rather choose the path of sacrifice. And besides I am turning senior three years from now, and the remaining number of years of my life here on earth doesn't allow me to keep this drama in my life.

Nevertheless, blogging is a kind of therapy for me for I see that none of my friends is competent enough to handle this case. Imagine a "faith leader" suffering such emotional torture for close to two decades. I wonder how would mental health professionals resolve this issue. I don't know of any similar case. The only person I trust has already gone to heaven seven years ago.

When I asked AI to write one paragraph about this topic, I learned "that each rejection becomes a stepping stone" strengthening one's resolve. That's inspiring.

I think the topic could also be made as a principle in life and is the key to success in whatever endeavors we are in. Take for instance our experience here on Hive. How many of us feel rejected and taken for granted after exerting our best effort in creating content and not even one noticed our hard work? Some people would give up because of this. But others would continue "doing good" to the network and persevere.

Making the topic a life principle, it could also be applied to other spheres of life. I think readers know better their specific situation and context.

I think that's it for this morning. My next task is to attend an appointment in our barangay to file charges against the trespassers and thieves. I pray for courage, wisdom, and divine protection.

Grace and peace!