Tripping Into Reality

By Dr. J. Nesbitt

Have you ever felt empty while having everything?

Have you made so much progress and yet don't know where you're going?

Dr. Jazmine Nesbitt had a spiritual and practical epiphany after a personal crisis that helped her heal in ways

she couldn't have anticipated.

People are finding themselves managing personal crises with

• Language: English
• Publisher: Strength Builders Publishing LLC
• Release date: Mar 7, 2024
• ISBN: 9798989422449

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INTRODUCTION

Have you ever felt yourself going off on a trip? Not a physical one but a mental one—the one where reality sort of slips away. You slip into a mental state so deep that it feels like you can almost touch it with your fingertips. It's almost as if you feel so lost, but somewhere along the way, you find yourself. In the midst of confusion and uncertainty, you experience a moment of clarity and self-discovery. In a profound instant, you find yourself more connected and sure of the direction in which you must journey.

That's almost precisely what I experienced. I asked myself, Am I tripping? It was almost as if God Himself came to me in a dream and suddenly woke me up with a new source of energy and healing. It felt like being on the brink of a magical, old forest where the very trees bore the echoes of countless generations. This realization's gravity humbled and empowered me in equal measure, serving as a constant reminder of my role as a keeper of history and a connector to the future.

In that sacred instant, I felt the presence of ancestors, their knowledge and experience intertwined into my very DNA. I understood that it was a spiritual pilgrimage, a chance to go beyond time and get to the heart of what it means to be human. It was a call to delve into the depths of history, a wise and life-changing gift from the loving Creator.

I found myself in a place I'd never imagined. I wanted to tell a story that was much more detailed than a phone conversation. I wanted to write about the crisis I found myself in while transitioning into adulthood. I started reflecting on how it felt to grow up as a millennial, both in the past and in the present. I suddenly began to understand how important generational lineage is.

If you have no idea where you came from, how can you possibly know where you're going? Your sense of self, your place in the world, and your reason for being can all be strengthened by learning about the past. It can help you understand your roots and the experiences that have shaped you, which in turn can inform your aspirations and goals for the future. While it's not impossible to move forward without this knowledge, having a connection to the past can offer valuable insights and a deeper understanding of a journey. It's like having a map in your hand that shows you exactly where you need to go next.

When life is very busy, the weight of responsibilities and constant demands can throw a shadow that makes you feel lost and uncertain. As responsibilities grow and plans get full, it can be hard to see what's coming next. This can make you feel uncertain about the present and the future. This confusion, which is like trying to find your way through a maze at night, can lead to a persistent sense of isolation and doubt, making it hard to keep track of your once-clear sense of purpose.

But in the middle of all these problems, the way to salvation shines through like a beacon. The path to redemption is an adventure that changes people and gives them a chance to learn about themselves and heal. The gift to humanity is not to run away from life's problems but to face every challenge with strength and reflection.

Experiencing a personal crisis was a turning point that left me feeling lost, confused, and overwhelmed. It was during this challenge that I began to recognize the importance of understanding my own history and taking a journey, which led me to this point. I felt the urgent need to dig deeper into the past, far beyond my existence. Of course, not to physically travel back in time, but to embark on a mental journey that will help me make sense of the present.

As I delved into my own personal history, I uncovered the series of experiences, choices, and events that have shaped my life. I revisited the pivotal moments that had led me to the crossroads of my crisis. It was like exploring a maze of memories.

The journey allowed me to connect the dots between many generations across this lifespan. I began seeing certain patterns of behaviors, decisions, and influences that had ultimately led to this very moment. It was as if I were peering into a complex puzzle, and with each piece, I uncovered the bigger picture of life, and it became much clearer.

As I embarked on a journey that took me to various corners of the world, I found myself on a profound spiritual quest, one that led me to a remarkable revelation about the importance of understanding different cultures and generations. I discovered that God's presence may be seen clearly in the vast array of human variability and the way generations are linked.

The revelation of God's presence is not confined to any one culture or generation but is the result of the bonds formed by the threads of countless unique experiences and perspectives. Understanding different cultures and generations deepens our appreciation. Different generations and cultures show how creative God is by putting people together in this world. It shows how different cultures, languages, traditions, and ideas have grown and changed over time, with each culture expressing the human experience in its own unique and vibrant way.

This wonderful intertwining of differences demonstrates God's creativity in creating a world where each generation and culture contributes to the tale of our lives together, which is