Introspection.

There are seasons when the lies and doubts planted by the enemy seem more piercing and I listen. Seasons when apathy or inadequacy prevent me from stepping out in growth and faith, when I walk in timidity and fear rather than joy and confidence. I have to fight for control over my mood and thoughts. It’s so easy to sink into the self-pity and apathy, justifying it and allowing it to cause divisions between me and those I am close to. I find myself there sometimes, not making any excuses beyond selfishness and self-pity, I guess, and hoping whatever it is will lift and I will find joy and confidence again...