Focus on the solution, not the problem

Sometimes, focusing on the problem makes it feel bigger than it is. Here’s what I learned.

On a random weekend, I went to visit my parents. Before leaving, my car was already running on a quarter tank of fuel. I had planned to buy petrol from a specific filling station along the way, so I decided to manage it like that from Friday into Saturday. I only topped up about three litres and then spent the entire day shopping with my mum.

By the time we were heading home, I got to my special filling station—and it was closed 😂

Honestly, I wasn’t too bothered. I told myself I’d buy fuel on Sunday while returning. Sunday came, and as usual, I wasn’t ready to leave my parents’ house. I stalled until late evening deliberating between leaving immediately or Monday morning. Eventually I decided it would be best to leave Sunday night.

As I got into the car, reality hit me—I was now on less than a quarter tank. Once I get to that stage, panic sets in.

My brother calmly reassured me. He said, “What you have will take you to your destination. Just leave now and buy fuel on the way.”

I started the journey, but out of anxiety, I kept checking the dashboard. The fuel gauge seemed to drop faster than it actually was 😂

As my anxiety increased, I felt a nudge in my spirit: You’ve prayed—now stop focusing on the problem and focus on the solution.

So I made a decision. I wouldn’t look at the dashboard again until I found a filling station.

As I drove on, most stations were closed. I felt the desperation creeping back, but I told myself, I’ll get home even if I don’t buy fuel.

At some point, I was speeding when another car suddenly got in my way and slowed me down. I almost got upset, but I paused and asked myself, What if this delay is working in my favour?

And it truly was.

Just after that moment, I saw an open filling station. I pulled in and bought petrol. The relief I felt was indescribable.

Darling, trust GOD. Remove your eyes from the problem and focus on the solution.

With a victorious smile,

HerSplendidThoughts