Man, where do I begin? When I think of 2015 for me as a whole, I think and feel so many emotions. There were plenty of good and exciting times, as well as tough and hard times that I thought I would never be able to get through. But I did, cause I'm here telling it all to you:)
A big part in why I started this blog was because of experiences and trials I faced in 2015. I thought how selfish it would be of me to not share what I have learned and how I've grown through challenges that maybe, I thought, could somehow help others see the light that I have found in the gospel of Jesus Christ. The year started out great for me January- March. I mean yes, we always go through hard times but during those first few months it seemed as though I couldn't complain. Then April came along. That month was great too but I always felt there was something missing. I had an uneasy feeling. I couldn't quite put my finger on it. Then there was May-August. For most, those months of summer break are the most memorable times. But for me, I wanted to forget them all. The feeling where I couldn't quite put my finger on, came and slapped me in the face. Later on I would come to find out that I would be diagnosed with severe clinical depression and severe anxiety. Wait, what? Yep, that was the exact reaction I had. I had always been a happy-go-lucky person and nothing seemed to dampen my mood. I was always told by my family especially that "How are you so happy, Ness?" "You never have any worries, huh?" That all changed within a couple months. There were plenty of times where I asked, "Why me? Why now? What did I possibly do to deserve this?" Until it was so exhausting that I became mentally and emotionally drained. Suddenly I realized that I needed to rely on the little faith I had and rely on Christ. As I prayed and pleaded and practically begged, I became so much closer to the spirit than I thought I would. My eyes and heart was opened and I could literally feel The Savior's arms wrapped around me telling me that it would be okay. Maybe not right away, but it would be. It is in hard times that we feel The Savior's love for us the most. I have found that out first hand. I am so grateful for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I would not be who I am today without it. If someone were to ask what would be the most memorable part of 2015? I would say the growth of my testimony. I am so grateful for that. I came across this picture on @ldsuplift account on instagram and thought I'd share it with you all. I think it is a great outline for our New Year's resolutions! So here are my "New Year's resolutions" for 2016... Spiritual- I hope to be able to strengthen my testimony on faith and enduring. Physical- I've been saying it for so long but eating healthier would be nice. Haha! Mental- I want to be able to set my mind to things and follow through and do them. Emotional- I hope to continue to inspire and uplift you wonderful readers. Seriously though, if there is anything I could do to make 2016 more memorable for this blog... I'd love to hear your answers or suggestions! Send a quick message on my "Contact me" tab, leave a comment on my @_simplyness_ account on instagram, or leave a comment on here! I'd love to hear from you guys. Also, I'd love to hear your New Year's resolutions. It can be your own or you can follow this chart below. Happy New Year! Ness
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"If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him. But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed." - James 1:5-6 Quote Of The Week:
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