Life changes

Words by Josie Mailisi (she/her)

Life changes. For some of you, it can be a change in physical environment. You’ve gone from high school to university. You’ve travelled from another country to New Zealand. Or you’re leaving the sage confines of your university bubble and entering into the ‘real world.’ 

Life changes. For some, it’s a change in relationships. Now, more than ever, it feels like our loved ones are dropping like flies. Gracing the stage of the heavens, they no longer are here in person. Perhaps you’ve broken up with your partner or you’ve met someone new. Or maybe you’ve met some new friends and let go of some old ones. 

Life changes. For some, it’s body development. You pick up a new style of training, your body changes. Your family dinner has now been replaced by two-minute noodles or your idea of what ‘health’ is has evolved.

Life changes. Daily. Nothing in our life is consistent without consistent habits and a consistent belief. So in a world full of uncertainties, remember that God is consistent. His values, His beliefs, and the love He has for you is consistent. 

Life changes. When you feel you can’t plan for the future, when you can’t see your loved ones, when you don’t get that win you’ve been working hard for, or another blast of disappointing news crosses your path, remember that there is a higher power in place. 

Life changes. And often for the better. How many times can you look back and think “ohhh that’s why that happened!”? The thing is, life isn’t made to be straightforward. The highs and lows make life what it is. It makes it adventurous, exciting, and new. 

Life changes. Embrace it.