I Didn’t Feel Good Enough, But I Was Good Enough for God | His Grace

[@alecw3874]

I served a full-time mission and I dealt with this kind of anxiety and depression the entire 18 months. I thought I was crazy, so I just get pushing through. I’m grateful that I’m getting the help I need, even if it took a long time after I got home. I want everyone to know that God has a plan and He loves you.

[@Ether-pb5gb]

thank you for your service

[@Stop_get_help]

Good job

[@darlasingingprincesspeters2008]

Thankyou for pushing through. I'm sure you touched more lives for good than you know. Yes, God has individual plans for all of us and loves each of us. Thankyou for the reminder.

[@WarriorPrincessGrace]

God Bless You.

[@edransable]

Too many people think they just need to "push through it", "you're just having a bad day," etc. Professional help is often needed: counseling, medication, therapy. The mind and it's illnesses are debilitating. I'm so grateful you are getting the help you need. Thank you for your example and testimony.

[@cindimonks5661]

My son is at "that low point" and I just happened to click on this, I'm so glad I did! I pray he finds the revelation he needs through your message! Thank you for sharing your story!

[@matthewhart5573]

Whoever reading this Heavenly Father loves you so much!

[@102wingnut]

Love this. I remember being very discouraged one day thinking nothing I did would be good enough. I remember praying and asking "what's wrong with me? Why am I so broken?" I immediately felt an outpouring of love from the Spirit and the distinct answer that "there's nothing broken about you. This is part of life. It's normal. We will get through this together."

[@guardianangel9517]

AMEN!

[@drewyoung8500]

Wow, I love that!

[@darlasingingprincesspeters2008]

Wow! Thanks for sharing!

[@tmadsam]

I never get an answer to my prayers. I pray at twice a day. I express gratitude for the blessings I have, for God's creations and the beauty that surrounds us. I include everyone I know and ask for blessings for them. Then I ask that I feel the Holy Spirit. I feel that I'm not being heard. I don't ever feel any answer. What am I doing wrong?

[@churchofjesuschrist]

Hi @tmadsam, thanks for your comment and for sharing your question. You are not alone! We know our Heavenly Father knows you, loves you, and hears your prayers, even if you feel He is not speaking to you. When it is difficult to hear God's voice, it can be helpful to learn more about prayer and personal revelation from the scriptures, the words of modern prophets and Church leaders, and to hear about others' experiences. See the link below for resources, videos, articles, etc., to help you learn more: www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/gospel-topics/prayer?lang=eng Take care.

[@kaitlynwendel6342]

I love this! I am a Service Missionary, and I felt for a while like I had failed. I went to a year of college, and that was hard, I had anxiety and flashbacks that got so bad that I couldn't eat, I couldn't function, I couldn't really be myself. It was so scary but in my Gethsemane, Jesus was there! He helped me to find the counseling building and tell them that I was really not ok, and I was able to get a blessing and medication and eventually go home. I am so thankful for Jesus, and counseling! I am able to serve Him, even though it's not in the way that I wanted to.

[@jacobbrown2015]

Through His Grace, we can trade perfection for progression. Thank you for telling your story!

[@emilyp3150]

By his great mercy he gives us His perfection for our dirty rags. Praise Jesus for his undeserved grace.

[@johnoneil4688]

So very happy this young man called upon the name of the Lord as he faced a very dark place in his life. If only my son had done the same.

[@kwood9955]

I'm Drew's sister. I'm glad he's gotten the proper help too. I'm very sorry for your pain. ❤️

[@guardianangel9517]

Your son's journey may be different, but he's just as loved and valuable to our Father in Heaven 🕊💜

[@mansfieldfamily5389]

I am so sorry for your loss.

[@drewcano7865]

I had a very similar experience. A lifetime of anxiety and eventually depression. I went on a mission knowing that the anxiety would be there but I was determined to serve. Ended up coming home very early. I spent 6 months not knowing what to do with my life. I was determined to serve in some capacity. I ended up serving an 18-month service mission at the MTC. Even though I have dealt with mental health issues most of my life I know that God has a plan for me and for all of us. Life is hard at times but so rewarding. Hold on to God's love for you and he will show you the way.

[@tylerearley6218]

Never limit your praying because you think you’re sinful and undeserving You’re not praying because of who you are - you’re praying because of who He is And He’s the One who’s mercy and compassion and love for you are endless!

[@kuyazovlogs7350]

I know that Heavenly Father is there and I really Felt that he has a great olan for me also... His Grace is really sufficient and I am grateful for the Atonement of the Savior Jesus Christ.. I love this videoo it really connects meee

[@drewyoung8500]

So grateful to have been able to do this! To anyone reading this, you can do it. You can make it. There is light ahead.

[@lindsayipson4470]

I struggle with perfectionism. This video helped me to feel like I was understood. When he said," “If I wasn’t expending every last bit of energy pushing myself to the breaking point that I wasn’t going to be blessed" I connected to it in a way I've never connected to anything before. I love this video so much! It helped me to feel understood, and to understand my struggles better. I just want everyone watching this to know that you deserve joy and love, and that God loves you!

[@scottbrandon9390]

This is what Elder Uchtdorf warned about. Members cannot fall into the trap of toxic perfectionism. It destroys people physically and mentally. The Savior knows all our weaknesses and strengths. He understands if a person cannot complete a mission or had trouble coping in life.

[@TENZEN._.]

I really like these REAL world issues & help we get to overcome & gain other keen insight. SOMETIMES I feel like I get more out of these videos than going to church because here it seems more real & genuine. I never want to be that guy that is fake, not real or sincere. Like you my friends & thus video its Grace after all we can do. Thank you!

[@nephi30]

Come to our ward in Southern Illinois, our ward, our people are genuine. We have real people with real problems. Our ward boundaries are 70 miles North to South and 35 miles East to West. We struggle finding people for callings. We struggle with sickness and health, Poverty, Mishaps. But we show up and we love each other and support one another. It is not happy valley. We are confronted on all sides from our own family and friends regarding the Restored Gospel, surrounded by different theologies, yet these good Christian folks share with us that Jesus is the Christ and they are also the salt of the earth. It is as real as real can be here.

[@elizabethrainbolt9443]

Since Grace is not earned it is also there while we are doing all we can do - even if, and especially, when there is nothing we can do.

[@guardianangel9517]

@@nephi30 AWESOME testimony, and it sounds like you have a steadfast ward👍🏻🤍🕊

[@jennyelsie]

@@nephi30 I grew up in Minnesota and now live in Idaho and I can second the "mission field" Wards are more genuine and "real."

[@TENZEN._.]

@@elizabethrainbolt9443 i am moved by your words. I believe you were inspired to write what you did for me & others who may not write something & that's okay. Thank you!

[@dwyanewade8645]

Love the fact that because God loves us, we are infinitely good enough 🙏 We are going to be okay fellas.

[@DennisSchleicher1]

Brother Drew Young, thank you for being vulnerable and sharing your story. I know it's going to help thousands. I am honored to call you in a eternal brother. Look at how far you've come. You've just published your second book, you have a beautiful family and daughter. I am proud of you.

[@pilotandy_com]

Feeling good enough or not presents an interesting problem. If we don't feel good enough, we might give up in despair. Or, it could be the catalyst to improvement. If we do feel good enough, we might not have anxiety and depression, but we might be temped to rest on our laurels so to speak. Our Heavenly Father transcends this problem. It's not really if we are good enough or not. Because we aren't (Mark 10:18). But who are we following, and whose yard stick are we comparing ourselves to?

[@elizabethrainbolt9443]

I don't know anyone who has used feeling not good enough as a catalyst for real and lasting change. It is only when I fully accept that Christ's atonement covers me exactly as I am that any positive and lasting change is possible.

[@darlasingingprincesspeters2008]

There is a new book I got free in the mail by a New York Times Best Seller, Matthew Kelly, Titled; "Life Is Messy where he says ,"We Are All Broken". Each page, I can relate to in some way. It is a WOW!! Book and on these same lines. I highly recommend it. God bless each of us in our journey in this Life!

[@couponlady7240]

There is meant to be opposition in all things. Our struggles can help us appreciate the good as we are faithful. Even Christ "was left alone" on the cross. He needed that in order to fully "prove Himself faithful despite all". We're definitely not as good as Christ, but mortality is about "proving ourselves faithful to the truths from God that we do know". We're meant to be "refined" throughout life, but I've found that as I've considered sources of help throughout life, the most faithful and constant source truly is the growing faith I have in Jesus Christ. It's important to constantly nurture our faith in Jesus Christ to overcome all of life's trials. True story: My grandma died of a condition that caused her to literally forget everyone, but the last person she remembered was Jesus Christ! I know that because when she heard Christmas songs and was holding my hand, she squeezed my hand to the music. I hope I can be like her for the rest of my life. I would be very grateful to have that be said of me if I need to go through what she went through. I can appreciate the struggle of feeling good enough, but I'm learning that Christ can help us feel good about ourselves and the good we do and help us become much more than we can become by ourselves.

[@Resurrection83839]

This spoke to me on so many levels, as I am going through the same, Gods timing is always perfect. My thoughts and prayers are with this young man and many others who are suffering with anxiety. Just breathe my brother's and sisters, and let Jesus Christ lead the way. In Jesus name I pray, AMEN.

[@guardianangel9517]

AMEN 💗

[@myrojyn]

Journey before Destination

[@ajbXYZcool]

Life before Death

[@Starannify]

Strength before Weakness

[@guardianangel9517]

@@Starannify Weakness turned into strength 💪🏻

[@PrincessSunshine17]

While I've been battling these types of feelings for years now, something very emotional happened to me today that escalated them beyond what I felt I had the strength to endure, and I felt such overwhelming despair. I prayed to the Lord, simply asking for help, especially as I feel so lost with nowhere to turn...and moments later I stumbled upon this. It has given me great clarity and stilled my frantic mind enough for the Spirit to communicate to me a message from the Lord with the tailor-made guidance I need for my personal plan. The timing of this was divine and absolutely perfect. I'm so grateful for His grace. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@jeffcuthbert6078]

It's great to see the Church tackle tough subjects like the ones found in this series. The young man coming home from his mission early (from the MTC) reminded my of my own brother who had the same difficulties. He also experienced a degree of judgement from some fellow ward members for this "failure" and it has shaped his life in the Church ever since. I'd really like to see a video on this series addressing the very real problem of un-Christlike behavior in our wards towards each other. I've seen it drive people out of the Church. It's not enough to tell people to just strengthen their testimonies or they're "not spiritual enough" if they struggle with judgemental members (or cliques in particular if you're a young woman). This type of behavior exists in every walk of life, even the Lord's Restored Church. But it needs to be addressed so that those with budding testimonies or those who are struggling with problems that preclude them from fitting in to the perfect Gospel Family Mold aren't steam-rolled away from the very source of help they need (what the Ward Family ought to be) by those that espouse to "know that the Church is true" and yet display through their actions the exact opposite.

[@darlasingingprincesspeters2008]

Each Member needs Validatiin, Yes, but it is sad but true that we have Bullies in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I've met many of them along the way but I've met many Christlike too and my Testimonyvof Christ Is what has kept me in His Church. Thank God!! I also came home early from my mission due to physical illness but in a few months went back to finish. Again, Thank God!

[@mansfieldfamily5389]

Interestingly I’ve almost been driven from church twice in my life by unkind people, not because I didn’t know it was true, but because I couldn’t face my bullies every week. I kept going but I didn’t know how long I could continue. Both times something happened to change my situation suddenly so I could bear continuing to go. Once the ward split, and the second time we were faced with a sudden move.

[@samanthav1028]

I appreciate you bringing this problem up. I know that though it doesn't always get brought to the table, it is very real. I have experienced it before in my old ward and can totally understand. It's not that I and those who know the gospel is true do not want to continue on the path that the Lord wants us to be on [continue going to church]. It's because it really is difficult to continue to go to church when you feel like you are attending church meetings and activities with a group of hypocrites. The answer that kept me going was - "There is nothing wrong with the gospel. The thing that is wrong is the people and their sins. I will hold firm to what I know is right. Right is right. Wrong is wrong. Even when leaders justify or choose to ignore ward members' wrong actions." I also agree that awareness should be raised for the reality that not all members of the church come from "perfect families". This doesn't mean living perfectly without problems and conflicts, but instead means a family living the way church families are taught to live. Don't just assume someone's background. It's really hard to explain the things we go through to those who have the ideaology that all members have perfect families, who love each other and do all the things the Church teach us to do. I do not have anything against the gospel or the Church. I just want to support the statements you brought up that not all ward members are good and not every member comes from a family that abide by Church principles. We need to raise awareness for this and I think adding a video about it to this series would be good. It's the truth. It shouldn't be dismissed or covered up.

[@saulfernandez8876]

Its a miracle- that God helped us overcome the sin, rather did it himself.

[@myburclee5563]

As I'm working in mission field for 12 year I'm facing so many deficulity my church they didn't value much to me because of my qualification on that financial problem On that people are not helping me instead of that they always point out my weaknesses, on that I pray to God but nothing is working out.what a life but I don't want to give up still I'm praying I believe one day God will hear my prayer and I'll tell the testimony to the world and even go back to my village and tell what God has done in me. Oh life is not easy to live as follower of Christ.

[@Mcaark]

I know a lot of people who are not where they want to be right now. My heart aches for them, because I feel there myself. This feeling makes sense, because we are not where we will end up. It’s a hard process, but father wants us to keep drawing closer to him.

[@porky552]

I am a convert. I joined the Church 50 years ago. This has been the loneliest experience of my life. I listen to stories like yours and after 50 years I am still waiting for some sort of happiness. I heard a brother say once, “I never knew what loneliness was until I got married and joined this Church “. In my 50 years I guess I have had just about every calling you can have. I attend the temple. But for me this had been a lonely and miserable life. When does God tell you his plan for you?

[@babyzoo2865]

I understand how you feel!

[@shcarp798]

I am sorry to hear that. I'm often alone but rarely feel loneliness. I hope these help: HOW TO FIND HAPPINESS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR by Helen Steiner Rice Happiness is something you create in your mind Not something you search for and can't seem to find. Not something that's purchased with silver or gold Not something that force can capture or hold It''s just waking each morning and beginning each day By counting your blessings and kneeling to pray It's giving up thoughts that breed discontent And accepting what comes as a gift Heaven sent It's giving up wishing for things you have not And making the best of whatever you've got It's knowing that life is determined and planned and that God holds the world in the palm of His hand And it's by doing the things that God gives you to do That you find peace, contentment and happiness too. And...here's a divine paradox by Heber J. Grant "The true key to happiness in life is to labor for the happiness of others"

[@RobbyRobster]

My Brother, I have had exactly the same thoughts. I ended ged up becoming a Professor with an MD and PhD, and 30+ papers now. You can always rely on God! We are living in a period of major iniquity, but we need to over look this. The Lord will always take care of us, even if we think (within our material perspective) HE won't save us. HE WILL! Have faith, have belief, and remember this period is merely temporal in nature (Alma 42). Alma 41 is so pertinent because it shows us how our works and observances to the commandments will carry forth in the restoration. I love you all so very much my Brothers and Sisters.

[@emmad4152]

I could never serve my mission due to my depression and anxiety. I received my calling and I remember I read it in my bed because it was hard to get up. I always felt very sad and useless when I saw I could never do my mission. However. I have seen God's grace through other blessings. I am trying to fight against this inner monster I have in me. If we don't give up in spite of the pain and the circumstances, he will open the road for us :) I am still going on my process and I know he has a lot of good things for me; however, I cannot stop doing my part even if it is hard and it feels that is pointless. There is always a shinier day. Beautiful video :)

[@jerryjimenez7664]

Stop trying to be perfect just because you're LDS doesn't mean you're perfect you're not far from it relax enjoy life and follow God's commandment

[@av8ionUSMC]

"Verily, verily, I say unto you, that when I give a commandment to any of the sons of men to do a work unto my name, and those sons of men go with all their might and with all they have to perform that work, and cease not their diligence, and their enemies come upon them and hinder them from performing that work, behold, it behooveth me to require that work no more at the hands of those sons of men, but to accept of their offerings.". Those enemies may be external. May be internal but someone else's comment reminded me of this scripture. Doctrine and Covenants 124:49

[@marclucas9701]

I like that thought.

[@kennett8640]

amen

[@stanlane1694]

Wow..hits so close to home...I cried

[@dekree3393]

This video brought a tear to my eye. I’m 51 and been a member of the church for almost 10 years. My past has made me feel like I will never be good enough even though I was baptised and cleansed. My mother had her life taken when I was 18, I still struggle with a lot of negative thoughts. I’m glad this young lad asked and felt heavenly fathers hand I his life, I know he is in mine. It helps me keep going

[@Mushroom321-]

Hi, that awful, I can't imagine.. must've been life changing in so many ways.. 🥺 I'm sorry that happened.. I bet she's proud of you.

[@Morelove4ever8]

It’s NOT emotionally healthy for every man and woman to serve a mission. Can we please normalize the Lord directing each of His children on THEIR path? This is such a problem in the church. Perfectionism and a list is drilled into our heads. Years ago, as a new convert that really hadn’t done anything majorly wrong. I made the mistake of reading the book “The Miracle of Forgiveness “. The list of commission and omission was absolutely overwhelming. The Lord’s love and grace is SO much bigger than we know! I ended up suicidal over this feeling of massive perfectionism too. It’s OKAY to make mistakes. Our Heavenly Father wouldn’t have sent our Savior if He expected perfection! We are worthy because of Him! He loves us now, as we are! It’s so much more about relationship with Him than religion. He, alone, is the center of my life! I loved this video. I loved and the honesty and vulnerability. If you’re reading this, thank you for sharing! I’m sure it touched a lot of people!

[@churchofjesuschrist]

Thank you for sharing your experience and your testimony!

[@annacarriere7535]

God bless you he died for you he died on the cross for you god needs you god bless you

[@annacarriere7535]

God really does need you

[@ENFPSIS]

Thank you thank you!! I've been feeling this way for a long time!! And I have been telling god I want to do my best to serve

[@scottneal4300]

This is HUGE for the Church and yet it's been there all along right there in the scriptures; in the Book of Mormon and the New Testament.

[@laurapaul8623]

My kids have felt like this in their lives! I don't know how to help them as adults but we try to get lots of therapy and I pray that the Lord will one day help us return to Him!

[@balderamadondy6102]

I know and i testify that the scriptures will help us solve our problems and adversaries in life by sincer prayer and humble heart it will work. God loves anyone of us and he has a healing power that heal us.

[@slavicax5323]

I trully believe that God knows our heart and that's all that matters. He is our Judge and no one else. Unfortunately we put unrealistic expectations on ourselves and others.

[@Themahh54]

Thank you for being vulnerable to share. So beautiful to see the process

[@thekinglin9490]

I'm so grateful for coming across this video in one of the low point in my life. After I got discouraged and beat myself up, I just burst into tears when in the video, God told him that he's doing just fine. Even if I might not able to get rid of the feeling that I have and be happier magically, I know that I'll get better little by little with the help of the Lord.

[@churchofjesuschrist]

Hi, we're sorry for the challenges and hardship you face. Life can be very difficult, but we know your Heavenly Father is aware of you and loves you. You can pray to him anytime, anywhere and feel peace and comfort. There is hope and meaning in the gospel of Jesus Christ. See the link below for more information: www.comeuntochrist.org

[@carolmdavies3713]

Thank you for sharing your post with everyone. We all have struggled with wondering if I am good enough. If we but humble ourselves before the Heavenly Father in prayerful spirit we will feel the peace and love within our hearts 💞

[@renderaxx4495]

God bless you all 🙏✝️❤️😇🙌👼👑

[@sarieMilners-kf3gi]

God make us all beautiful you make you beautiful he loves you like he loves us remember that

[@pinecone7562]

Yes, I can relate, and I remember when I was younger, probably at my lowest point that I thought I didn't care about if I was alive or not, and shortly after, within a few years, I did better about appreciating my life and trying to take better care of myself- and trying to shed victim mindset and face other hard truths and I have felt the Lord's uplifting hand. Great message

[@Steveoinlb]

Other peoples expectations of what I should do with my life and that I should always be the one to drop everything I was doing and run help, is what caused me to have a mental breakdown. God expects us to take care of ourselves and do the best that we can. That WE can. Not what the Bishop can. Not what mom and dad can. Or your brother or sister. What WE ourselves can do. He will make up for the rest. That's the price of the Atonement. It took me learning to say no to everyone to find happiness.

[@StompMom5]

Really needed this today🕊️🙏. Thank you

[@pampurnell4540]

Thank you so much for sharing! This is just what I needed this morning. Your heart felt words are so true.... Thank YOU!💗👍

[@darlasingingprincesspeters2008]

Yes!! Definitely thanks for sharing. God bless you for "Opening Your Mouth". I hope we hear more stories like this one.

[@jimrenken3660]

i felt failure for all my life also - they say your dream god will fulfill but i over 70 and no hope it will happen - great it worked well for you

[@tatianegines9318]

I am so glad you share your story ❤

[@jeanniewilliams1404]

The Lord knows us better then we know ourselves, thank goodness, because he is constant and loving and will always be there for us. Thank you for sharing your life with us.. your honesty will help others.

[@ndurrett808]

thank you. i feel so validated. i know i will be okay.

[@brentgarner3143]

Thank you for sharing your story ,very encouraging I have a similar story I was praying a similar prayer the Heavenly Father sent some Missionaries my way best decision of my life was meeting with them and becoming a member of the Church I'm not down depressed full of anxiety anymore alot of healing in my life, going for my endowment soon ,thanks to all the Missionaries out there thank you for bringing the Restored Gospel to my door, and introducing me to Jesus I really love this Church Latter-Day Saints

[@freundinalle]

a step back you learn from is actually a step forward.

[@aaronclark2717]

Love the authenticity!

[@luiscabrera5212]

I really get what you went through. I also had the same feelings and ideas about perfectionism, and not only that, but adding an addiction. Two challenges of my life. Now I'm recovering from those two burdens!! IT REALLY WORKS!!! THANKS FOR SHARING YOUR EXPERIENCES

[@Thlastday00]

Luke 4:18 17 So the scroll of the prophet Isaiah was handed to Jesus, and he opened the scroll and found the place where it was written: “Jehovah’s spirit is upon me, because HE ANOITED ME to declare good news to the poor. HE SENT ME to proclaim liberty to the captives and a recovery of sight to the blind, to send the crushed ones away free

[@susanrollet1534]

Seeing him on KZbin makes me smile for his Strength. I started following him on FB before seeing this

[@maxwellbean1484]

The power of Christ can make a difference but I must come to him willing to change and willing to love myself at the same time. Opposite concepts but can be one in Him. This has been so hard for me to learn but I’m so much happier just trying to find ways to be filled with Grace

[@rajusmart5438]

Trust in God always in Jesus Name Hallelujah🙌

[@fostersmall3570]

Drew, thank you so much for sharing man. I really hope you see this. I’ve felt a lot of what you’re feeling, and still sometimes feel it, wondering if God has a plan for me personally, and if I’m doing the right things. I’ve never met you, but I love you man. I’m glad you’re in such a good place now, and man and I so grateful for my Heavenly Father. I love Him so much and know He does always want to hear from His kids. We all love you man!

[@brendonwishart3721]

This is so helpful and relatable as I have experienced something similar recently. During my 7 month mission, I too tried everything I could to be the best missionary I could be, and had little patience with myself. This quickly led into perfectionism and I began having feelings of intense anxiety and depression unlike anything I had experienced before. I attempted to ignore those feelings and keep moving forward, but they continued to worsen. I was put on a medication to which I reacted poorly and was sent into a spiral emotionally. I later found that I had had covid earlier as well as some significant exposure to toxic mold from our apartment (we were in lockdown). For my last month or so, I couldn't hardly sleep and my condition mentally and physically worsened significantly. My brain was on fire, and I almost took my own life. Although coming home has been incredibly difficult, I know I gave it my all and that this experience has helped me be so much more empathetic to those around me, especially those who struggle emotionally. Thank you for sharing your story and how you were able to overcome something similar.

[@nosizwemokoena729]

Thank you.

[@azhotmom]

What an incredibly mature young man. Loved this!!

[@vinayzinje1673]

Love you brother

[@pahukolofoou]

Thank you for sharing your experience with us, who has family members with almost similar experience.🙏 I appreciate this video so much❤️

[@prestonoveson2329]

Well done Drew! You are a wonderful example.

[@briannecall5661]

Drew, I found you one day on instagram! I love your messages! You have helped me on my journey and I'm so grateful for your testimony! The Savior knows us and can heal us and helps us!!! Thank you for all that you have taught me!

[@churchofjesuschrist]

Thank you for sharing!

[@tuanajones9235]

Great job telling your story, Drew. Keep moving forward in grace my friend.

[@elizat3892]

Your faith is incredible. Thank you for reminding us to turn to God in every moment of our lives, even, especially the dark ones❤

[@JamesCraigWhoop]

Very touching. Compassion love empathy

[@paulajoyvillegas3513]

I needed this. Thank you for sharing. I’ve been very hard to myself lately. I need prayers.

[@guardianangel9517]

God bles you sister💞

[@yeshalloween]

I understand sister. I’m also so hard on myself. I’m in the depths of pain. Prayers for us both.

[@hudsonsteele8532]

I had separation anxiety from my Daddy, not a member. He only took up time with me doing things he liked to do, like going to watch stock car racing. I had Asperger's and the noise was too much for my overly-heightened, sensitive ears... waaay too much stimulation. He never threw a ball with me, no sports except 'boring' golf. I played some Putt Putt with him, at least he still liked that, but He was a man's man, a Patriot, and Staff Sergeant in the National Guard. I could never live up to his expectations of a good little soldier. I always tried to please him and only ever had him say thank you as if he were proud of me and accepted what I did for him, one time. I can't blame him, I'm sure from evidence that he had Asperger's before me. Having Asperger's I was picked on and bullied like a sick chicken is pecked on and bullied by all the other chickens who can easily detect the disease or disability in the other children... um, chickens.. Children are just as intuitive as chickens in that way, I reckon, and used to be brutal about torturing me and others. More mental than physical, but that's how bullies are. These things can cause you to to become a perfectionist, trying to please others so they will accept and love you and not desire to mistreat you.

[@Nevão-f8y]

Im going through this same low point right now and... i can relate to this video so much and i feel a lot of piece now knowing that its all gonna be okay and god is gonna help me get through it. this really is the true church.

[@niwtahcardnas9644]

I left the church because of that similar all-or-nothing perfectionist thinking; "I can't keep up with the Mormon Joneses". Like I believed the standards were unrealistic for someone with a life as broken as me to ever achieve. And with the church I walked away from God entirely. Its been 21 years. This year I simply found Jesus and started reading the Bible and his holy spirit came over me and he let me know that He already paid my deficit so I don't need to be perfect and he just met me where I am. It's been very healing. I like the LDS culture and I've enjoyed dipping my toe back into that water slowly but I have to keep reminding myself that it's ok that I don't measure up to most other LDS folks with my past and try not to compare myself and to just keep my mind on Jesus.

[@churchofjesuschrist]

Thank you for sharing your experience. It is wonderful to hear about your experience with coming to the Savior and feeling of His love for you. We hope you feel welcomed whenever you decide to join us in your congregation and other activities!

[@georgiamartinez4589]

This what I needed thank you 😇🙏🥰

[@sarieMilners-kf3gi]

God make you beautiful he loves you

[@chrislafargue-bonet6054]

Drew! ❤️ So good to hear your voice and see you here! I have been following you on Facebook for quite a while now. Thank you for your faith, that lead you to allow God to make you an instrument for helping others. God's love and blessings are so very real. Yet we are so often getting out of our way to convince ourselves that we don't deserve them! I tell you, even though I have been plagued nearly all my life with a painful chronic illness, what I am truly looking forward to after this life isn't to finally have a perfectly healthy body. No, it is to finally be free from being fallen emotionally!!

[@EddyA1337]

Damn was watching this and realized I felt the same way as a kid.

[@jennycarpenter4798]

Thank you for this video--I needed to hear this. I have just come home early from my mission because of intense anxiety, depression, panic attacks, and suicidal thoughts. During my experience, I felt Elder Holland's words happen in my life, "You can have the most sacred, revelatory experiences in the most miserable circumstances of your life" (Lessons from Liberty Jail). Never, in my entire life, have I felt closer to Christ than in these past few months when I've been at my lowest points. I have felt Him beside me. I have felt Him hold me. I know that He exists, and I know that His Grace will make all things right. It will be okay. Whoever is reading this, Christ loves you, and He perfectly understands you.

[@churchofjesuschrist]

Thank you for sharing your experience and your testimony!

[@jorrigarcia8119]

Thank you Drew for sharing your story! It is a much needed perspective to give people hope and remind us all to turn to God when we struggle.

[@MarleeCraig]

This is a beautiful journey. Thank you for sharing. God invites us to be like him, he doesn't pressure us. We shouldn't let others pressure us, but most of all we shouldn't pressure ourselves. This will resonate with so many people. I am glad it is out there and is being said ♥️

[@stevenkassihaskell2668]

Thanks for sharing! We all have our struggles and this is helpful for anyone with similar feelings.

[@youyou9198]

Jesus loves everybody🙏

[@stevenholmes2390]

i loves jesus everyday and night he makes me happy

[@jh-nl8yf]

i believe this story really resonates with many people’s hearts.. thank you

[@lindseykuhn2798]

We have a different past, but this sounds very much like me. I struggle with major perfectionism as well. So grateful that I learned about God’s grace, atonement, and repentance. What a miracle. Thanks for sharing your story!

[@tavingneiting7661]

Thank you so much for sharing this story with me, it means alot

[@johnmichaelson4042]

thank you for sharing these experiences and insights. Very helpful.

[@TheChicagogamer]

I'm relatively new to my faith, but I spent time dealing with the fear of perfectionism or legalism Or whatever you want to call it It was difficult dealing with the feeling that no matter what I did, there would always be someone or something Telling me I wasn't good enough. Either Because I have this one hobby or like this game or movie or because I don't wear certain clothes Or something. It was exhausting But I realize that faith doesn't have to be like this. It's not a contest of who can be the best Or who can abide by the most rules or anything like that. After getting past that I still feel like i have a ways to go finding and really being comfortable with my faith, but I'm getting there. I'm sure I'll get there eventually

[@rebeccawilson6296]

Thank you so much for sharing. Such an important message.

[@melissacheckland6755]

Thank you so much for sharing this with us. I can honestly say it has helped me. I think we all can appreciate what you said about Him deeply understanding and loving us. Sometimes just knowing that can fill the biggest hole. Love and joy to you

[@128onelove]

I needed this today. So grateful to have come across this video.

[@faithsala4063]

This is beautiful!!!!!

[@leahclark7357]

Thank you Drew

[@cognac510]

Wow I needed this🙏🏽

[@Familyman329]

You're not alone in your struggles.

[@Aurora-rs9lj]

I love this series!

[@arditem]

HALLELUJAH ! HALLELUJAH !

[@Karabo_Mash]

I needed this so much.

[@Josephhhhhh12]

God bless bro ❤️❤️

[@salve180]

Thank you for sharing!