In this episode, we delve into the concept of growing pains, building on discussions from previous episodes. Your host, Fatiha Alam, shares a personal experience of facing a harsh reality check when her structured life plan didn't unfold as expected. We reflect on the common societal script of milestones—graduating, getting a job, starting a family—and the pressure to adhere to these norms. However, Fatiha highlights the importance of realizing that we can't always control our paths, and true peace comes from surrendering to a higher purpose.

Fatiha recounts struggles with cultural expectations, where individual purpose clashes with familial and cultural expectations. She's had to confront difficult truths and have challenging conversations with her family, leading to emotional turmoil. Despite the pain, she recognizes this as a necessary process to break generational cycles.

Amidst job challenges and personal growth, Fatiha emphasizes the need to surrender control and find joy in chaos. Through prayer and faith, we should seek a heart aligned with God's will, and letting go of desires that may not be meant for us.

The episode concludes with a message of finding peace and growth through keeping focus on higher, allowing God to guide us in the areas where we still want our own control. Your host shares the wisdom of a friend: "Do what you can, and let God do what you can't." Through this journey of surrender, the host finds that growing pains hurt less when your gaze is fixed on God.