We are a complex mix of order and chaos; a unique and beautiful combination of simplicity and mystery. Try as hard as we do to fit in we were made to stand out; to play a specific part. Sometimes, it's hard to find the path from mess to beauty.
I'm a design consultant. I love to mix colors; bringing in texture and patterns adds interest and depth. I believe (and give glory to the Creator) to do this artistically is a gift. Sometimes when I'm just getting started with a client there are so many options it can seem an overwhelming mess. Still, there's beauty in the disarray that's just not apparent yet... Options are good as long as you have a goal in mind; a point of reference. In decorating we look for an inspiration piece. Something you absolutely love! It can be anything; piece of furniture, a picture or a random item something that guides you to a particular style and color pallet.
Understanding where you are in life is like finding your inspiration piece your point of reference that gives you direction, but in order to move forward from there a good grasp of what you have to work with is important. Like looking at all the options, assessment tools created by social scientists can prove very helpful to identify what our tendencies are, how our temperaments come into play and when to let our preferences lead or re-direct them with self-discipline. Without that sense of guidance we wander aimlessly wasting time and energy. It is in our best interest to discover the gifts, talents and abilities God has invested into us. It will give us insight into both what we are good at and how to use those things to benefit others.
The first time you look at the pile of "options" it can look like a mess! Each individual piece may not look like it works, but when everything is sorted and set in place the finished project is harmonious and unique.
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