Don’t give up on people, no matter how tempting it may be or how justified you feel you are in doing so. People are always capable of positive changes, even after years of going in another direction. When you are dealing with someone who has years of drugs, alcohol or other types of abuse in their background, it sometimes feels as though they will never be able to break free from the negative patterns that have controlled them for so long. They seemingly continue to go back to the old habits and routines which have been a part of their destruction, and it can be so frustrating to watch. But don’t give up.
I’ve seen hundreds of lives literally transformed here at the Rescue Mission from habits and patterns that have controlled and destroyed for years. Yet, when there is an internal change; a desire to get out of the rut, becoming sick and tired of being sick and tired, anything is possible. As strange as it seems, a person can wake up one day and decide to go in a completely different direction, and start to build a life of success and happiness after years of pursing destruction. The pages of this website are full of such stories, but it’s also true for your life.
Do you have habits or negative beliefs that you know are hurting you and holding you back from being all you could be? Maybe you or someone you love is stuck in a destructive and dangerous rut and can’t seem to get out. Don’t give up.
1. Surround yourself with an environment of encouragement, inspiration, and information that will empower you in your life and in the changes you want to see happen.
2. While you can’t make decisions for another, remain open to the possibility that someone can change, and begin a new way of living.
3. It’s not up to you if they change, but you can give a word of encouragement and let them know it’s never too late. Don’t give up on yourself and don’t give up on others. The future is bright.
David Curry
