Comments on: Sometimes I feel like a terrible, horrible, no-good, very bad failure…

By: gitz

gitz — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 04:00:24 +0000

I think now, for me, I catch myself comparing myself to the “self” I used to be… we have to remind ourselves in every stage in our lives that our own gifts change, too. We are responsible for this moment… hard to remember sometimes!

Love you, girl…
gitz´s last blog ..Grading On A Curve

By: Bekah

Bekah — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 22:19:20 +0000

Its nice to see We are not alone. So many of us feel the same way and have the same struggle. I think Satan uses the feeling of failure and self defeating thoughts to keep us from shining brightly for Christ and furthering His kingdom. When we are focused on our weakness and inability it cripples us instead of looking to our Strength. I love that God doesn’t compare each of our relationships with Him. Each one is individual and unique. Thank you for the reminder and encouragement. love you.

By: Aubien

Aubien — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:54:21 +0000

I’m always comparing, Robin. It’s really not beneficial for me or for the person I am comparing myself to. It kindof hurts them for me to be wanting something they are.
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By: Robin

Robin — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:09:41 +0000

Erika…me too Sista!!!

By: Lauralee

Lauralee — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 06:35:36 +0000

It was a great day when I set myself free of trying to compete with others. Now I am happy just to make myself better every day. Thanks for a terrific post. It really got me thinking.

By: Wendy@Sun-Kissed

Wendy@Sun-Kissed — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 05:17:23 +0000

I think the feeling goes hand-in-hand with parenthood. I question myself often, wonder if I’m handling things correctly, not leaving anything out…and then I feel like a failure when anything goes wrong.

I love the message today. Being a right-brained person, I’m often doing things differently. Not worse, not better, just unique to what God has in store for me. I remind myself often.
Wendy@Sun-Kissed´s last blog ..Yes, it’s still fall!

By: Erika Chapman

Erika Chapman — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 04:55:21 +0000

EVERY DAY I fight that annoying voice in my head that says, “not good enough Erika”. At least these days I recognize it as the opposite of the voice of Truth and I can combat it with “ah, but He is enough:)” Whoo hoo great post! Always love your transparency friend. Sigh, still wish we lived close enough to share a peppermint mocha:) Love to you!
Erika Chapman´s last blog ..Living it out

By: Barb Boyack

Barb Boyack — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 02:34:42 +0000

Hi Robin, love your post today, I also feel, many times, that I don’t live up to my potential, I try not to compare myself with others, sometimes its very hard not to do that…We are all unique.
Have a great evening!
Barb Boyack´s last blog ..MERRY PINK SATURDAY

By: Casey

Casey — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 02:25:15 +0000

Oh, Robin! You made me feel not so alone today. I have those feelings and have to remind myself that God loves me just the way I am. He will give me whatever talents & gifts I need to fulfill His purpose for ME. Thank you for sharing your feelings and inspiring me today.

By: Candy B.

Candy B. — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:47:18 +0000

Interesting topic! So relevant! I have problems with saying the “correct” thing…something else always comes out of my mouth! So I have avoided PTA meetings and the like. But I can still encourage folks one on one…so I figure that’s my thing. I guess the pressure is off of me to become a politician. LOL! Have a great week!