Dusting doubts

I'm working on a project right now that's requiring a lot of faith. It's the heaviest lift (motherhood aside) I've done so far, which is also bringing some stunning miracles to witness. Because of the heavy lifting, sometimes my brain and my spirit get tired and I hear thoughts like, "Who do you think you are?" "Who are you to do something like this?" and "You think you can actually make this happen?"

I'll admit, the faith doesn't rush in immediately. I'm definitely getting faster, but sometimes those thoughts get some solid air time. I'm not proud of it, and it's something I'm working on. 

I realized this morning that doubts are just part of the deal when you're stretching beyond the familiar/comfortable. And they're natural! Of course I'm not sure I can do this. I've never done it. And who am I to do something like this? I'm someone who is committed and determined to do this.

And the strongest rebuttal I have is the truth, that I'm not doing it on my own. I've felt spiritually called to this, so I know I'll have God's help. So who do I think I am? I'm a daughter of Heavenly Parents who is learning and growing as I try new things. I am enough. 

Doubts are simply dust. With these responses, I take the metaphorical feather duster and sweep them away. Then when they inevitably come back, I do it again and again. When I keep up with it by dusting regularly, I can already feel that they'll start to not even bother me (except maybe the occasional sneeze). 

Here's to dusting!