Assuring August

At the beginning of August, I started my journey as the Head RA of Burt Hall. As I started this journey, I felt extremely anxious and worried. There were many trials and tribulations (personally and professionally), but God stuck by me through it all. I was constantly having doubts about my worth, my potential, and my abilities. I began to wonder if I was cut out to be a Head RA. When I was struggling and would have those doubts, my fellow RAs or my boss would come out of nowhere and tell me or show me how loved and appreciated I am. Some would even share with me how I’ve had a positive impact on them in a small amount of time. Things like this are how I know I am exactly where I am meant to be. God uses the people around me to constantly reassure me that I am worthy of the opportunities and relationships he has given me.

While He was reassuring me of where I am supposed to be and that I am meant to be in my role as Head RA of Burt, He also reminded me that He is always there. He is someone to turn to, not only in the bad and hard times but also in the good times. At the end of August, I turned 21 and was surrounded and celebrated by those, whom I now call my family. Throughout the entire month of August, I was overwhelmed with feelings of love and appreciation. August 28th was 1 year since I was saved. Looking back and reflecting on where I was a year ago, to where I am now is crazy to see how much has changed. To see how far I’ve come and how much I have grown in my faith. It’s amazing to see the wonderful work God has done in my life.