There is a season for everything, so embrace life’s cycles and find comfort in your faith.

Jonathan Mator
3 min readMar 3, 2023
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There is a fundamental truth to the saying "there is a time for everything" that holds true in all facets of our lives. Everything has its proper time, from the cycle of life and death to the everyday tasks we perform.

It’s not uncommon to feel like life is unfair or to question why certain things happen to us. However, understanding that there is a time for everything can bring us comfort and help us maintain a positive attitude through difficult times. It reminds us that the tough times we’re going through are only temporary and that there will come a time for joy, peace, and restoration.

There is a season for happiness, and we should savor it when it arrives. We should allow ourselves to fully experience our joy and the gratifying emotions that go along with it. But we must also remember that joy is ephemeral, and we shouldn't cling to it so obstinately that we lose heart when it passes away.

When that time comes, we should give ourselves permission to grieve completely. Sadness has its place and time. We should always take the necessary steps to manage our emotions, obtain the support we require from others, and take care of ourselves during our most difficult times. It's crucial to remember that feeling depressed is common and that it will pass. Despite the fact that I don't sound like a preacher or motivational speaker, I consider myself to be one.

I almost left this out; giving and receiving have proper times as well. Giving freely of our time, energy, and love is essential. We must also be prepared to accept assistance and support when it is given to us by others. Don’t be too proud or embarrassed to ask for assistance when you really need it.

This is where I sound more like a preacher, but you need to know this: there are times for both planting and uprooting. When the time is right, we must be willing to accept new beginnings and let go of things that no longer serve us. Even though it might be challenging, this is essential for the growth and development of our lives.

This also serves as a reminder that we don't have total control over our lives, and no matter how hard we try to make it right, something will always pop up. We also need to realize that everything occurs at the perfect time, as you might know. It also teaches us to have faith in a higher power (God) and to trust that everything will turn out for the best in due course. This doesn't imply that we should do nothing, but rather that we should put forth our best effort and have faith that the rest will be handled by a higher power (God). Again, do your best and leave the rest; I’m sure you’ve heard this before.

There is a time for everything, and this truth holds true for every aspect of our lives, so I'll leave it at that. But we should not forget to cherish the good times, mourn through the difficult times, be kind, be open to receiving, let go of the things that no longer serve us, and have faith that everything will turn out for the best in its own time. Even in the midst of life's most challenging moments, this knowledge can give us comfort and peace.

I've found solace, and I wish you could feel the same. I love you so much.

Don’t forget to buy me coffee, ☕, and again, don’t be too proud or embarrassed to ask for assistance when you really need it.

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Jonathan Mator

Whatever comes to mind, I write. I have strong opinions.