Past

The past has an interesting way of popping back up when we least expect it. And depending on the situation, this can be either good or bad, oftentimes, it is a combination of both. The reality of it is that we are products of the past, and present is completely determined by this, and the ways if effects us.

It's most essential to remember that while our past, at one point in time it was the most important thing going on in our lives. The past was, at one point, our present. And while we can learn from our past, and can grow from it, we cannot change it. It is, after all, the past.

My advice this new year? Don't let the past tear you apart, don't hold yourself accountable for sins that have long since past. Your sins were long since forgiven, and if it's something you can't bring yourself to let go, here's where being Catholic can help to make a difference.

Confession. Ready, set, go!

"ForgivemeFatherforIhavesinnedit'sbeenXamountsincemylastconfessionandthesearemysins."

"I did, x, y, z, t, u, q, y again, and a few of h. Oh! And, l several times."

Then comes the exciting part, when the priest offers you some help. He may give you advice or encouragement, he may even just tell that it's going to be okay. After that, you receive absolution and your penance. Keep in mind, penance will be different every time, and must be done. It's as essential as confession in your quest to say sorry to God.

Keep in mind that the past is the past, the present is right now, and the future is on it's way, so why not do your best to prepare for it?

Don't cling, just let it go.

Totus Tuus,

LeAnn