Why is Life So Hard?

The Archangels Explain

Do you know anyone who, when asked, would say that life is easy, a piece of cake, not the least bit challenging, doesn’t kick their ass from time to time?  I don’t, myself included.  When I was a teacher, I used to tell my students that life was full of ups and downs, and neither lasted forever.  One way to get through challenging times is to remind ourselves that good times will come again, and when we’re experiencing a high point, it’s probably a good idea to celebrate while keeping in mind that there will likely be more hard times coming at some point in the future.  This is life.

Sometimes, it’s easy to identify the challenges.  An illness.  A death in the family.  A job lost.  Financial issues.  An argument.  And other times, it’s not so easy.  Sometimes we feel unhappy, unmotivated, overwhelmed, etc., and we’re not sure why.  When you feel rotten, and you can’t put your finger on the cause, it’s more difficult to address the problem and get back on track.  I asked the Archangels about how best to identify causes and find solutions to these times, and their response follows.

Question:  Sometimes, people feel defeated, unmotivated, or overwhelmed, and they’re not sure why, much less how to address the problem and get back on track.  Can you offer any advice on how to deal with such a situation, please?

Answer

First, we would like to say that everyone feels this way from time to time, that it is part of being human, and that it is almost always temporary, if repetitive, especially if you are aware of it and choose to actively find ways to feel better.  We have said in the past that human beings are remarkable, incredible, and wonderful beings of light which we value and hold in awe and respect.  Your souls choose to reincarnate again and again, despite knowing how hard life can be, and in fact they often plan human lives full of challenges and hardships so that they might learn and grow.  This takes courage, faith, and trust, and we hold all human beings in great esteem because of it.

Yes, life is hard, and the reason for this is so that the person and the soul can evolve and learn many valuable lessons which they internalize and which bring them closer to understanding life’s meaning and in order to reach full communion with the Creator of All. Hard times and challenges are never sent to you as punishments.  When you encounter obstacles, they are opportunities to learn and grow.  If you believe in a higher being, know that He/She/It/They never retaliate in anger or wish to harm you in any way.  With hardships come lessons and gifts of evolution that bring you to new levels of knowledge and insight.  Your soul chooses which lessons are targeted, and your spiritual team continually guides you toward them and helps you navigate and internalize them. 

There is growth in every lifetime, even if you are not always aware of the lessons being learned.  After the lifetime is over, you will review it with your team and be amazed at not only all the lessons you conquered, but also at all the lessons you provided or steered others toward gaining.  Believe it or not, your soul is grateful for all hard times, mistakes, and regrets you may feel as a human being, because they all add up to new knowledge and understanding that lead to a fuller understanding of the Creator and what it means to take your place in the Universe.  You do not have to understand or accept this fully right now.  Just trust that you will have a better, more complete understanding later.

In addition to the many life lessons your soul has targeted for this lifetime and the everyday responsibilities so many of you face, you have The Shift happening, which challenges all people on earth in many ways, especially energetically.  You are processing higher frequencies of energy than you have ever dealt with before on a daily basis, and your own energy frequency is fluctuating because of them.  As your vibration and consciousness rise, the hardships you see and find in the world around you, not only those that affect you directly but those that you witness affecting others, will feel increasingly uncomfortable and bothersome, and you will not be so easily able to put them behind you or set them from your mind.  The bond that you share will all of Creation is strengthening, so as you become more and more aware of the inequalities and attacks on others, they will bother you much more.  This explains those bouts with overwhelm and lack of motivation for no apparent reason that so many of you are experiencing right now.

As frustrating as these times can be, you can combat them by focusing on yourself.  Be aware of your feelings.  Evaluate yourself daily.  Focus on bringing more joy, hope, love, and peace into your life.  These are not just pretty, useless words of advice, they are necessary to navigate these tempestuous times.  It is tempting and easy to focus on the bad things happening in the world, but watching the news and allowing yourself to give into fear, anger, and hopelessness will not help you or the problems you face.  You cannot control outside factors, but you can learn to control your reaction to them, so you can balance the darkness by bringing in more light.

We promise you that all is not lost.  Many good things are happening in the world that are not being reported nearly as often as the bad things that are reported so prevalently.  You would be foolish to wait for others to clear the way or to bring you joy.  You must go out and find it for yourself.  This looks differently for everyone.  Identify what brings you joy, hope, love, and peace, and do whatever is necessary for you to experience more of these things.  When you do, when you create your own oasis where you can find respite and rejuvenation, you can more easily face the challenges surrounding you.  It is within your power to do this, but it requires effort and resolution and determination to adopt this way of life.  Once you do it, you will never regret it, and you will shine as a beacon of hope for others.

Have you ever bought a car, and all of sudden the same make or model seems to be everywhere you look?  It is not because others made the same purchase when you did, it is because you are more aware of it and have experienced it yourself.  The same can be said for joy, hope, love, and peace.  Once you make them part of your life and are vigilant about keeping them with you, they are much easier to see and to find all around you, and they remain at the forefront of your mind and surroundings.

Do not feel alone as you continue on this journey.  Talk to your friends and family, and you will find that many are experiencing the same feelings you are experiencing.  Discomfort, overwhelm, awkwardness, a sense of something big on the horizon, challenges in finding strength, tolerance, understanding, patience, and motivation are all very common reactions to these times of change and upset and energetic fluctuations.  You do not have to carry these burdens alone.  Dedicate time to yourself and the things that make you feel better, and spend time with people who have a positive effect on you.  Call on us at any time, and we will sit with you, sharing healing, loving energy with you.  This is our greatest purpose, to make life on Earth more bearable for you and clear the way for evolution and enlightenment.

Remember that these chaotic times are necessary as well as temporary.  Things will get better.  You will feel better.  The world will advance, and so will you.  There are many high Guides who are helping with The Shift and all of you going through it.  Look for better times, for they are coming.

Final Thoughts

I channeled this message as much for me as I did for you.  I’ve asked the Angels in the past what is wrong with me when I’m feeling low for no apparent reason, and they usually say there is nothing wrong with me, that I need to be more patient and kind to myself.  We are all processing massive amounts of high frequency energy constantly.  Our vibrations are catching up to the fifth dimension vibrations, and that takes time.  It’s a gradual process.  Add that to the challenges that everyday life so often presents, and it’s no wonder we feel overwhelmed and unproductive.  This, too, shall pass!

The intention for Friday Night Meditation with the Archangels for this month is Expansion.  Expansion of our minds, our acceptance of others, our growth, understanding, and evolution.  If you would like to join the group, just call out to the Archangels from wherever you are at whatever time you’re available, and add your positive, loving energy to the mix.  The Archangels collect this energy and share it where it’s most needed.  If you need some of it for yourself, just ask.

I hope you have a weekend full of joy, hope, love, and peace, and I hope you will be patient and kind to yourself.  Remember, hard times don’t last forever, and better times are coming.  We’re all in this together.  Let’s all hang in there.

Blessings, all.