Taking One Step Forward
- Katerina Lea
- Jul 21
- 2 min read

Fatigue, body aches, headaches, nausa, and weakness. Will it stop? It's overwhelming, consuming, and painful.
Last month, I submitted my last assignment for an online course I took on medical terminology and assessment for child life. I learned so much and it was helpful in trying to break down the meanings of medical terms and learn more about this field.
Now what? What's this next season I'm finding myself faced with? This was the last course I needed or at least was recommended to take. As I’m trying to navigate next steps, I continue to face more challenges with my health.
I've struggled with feeling sick for a while (flu-like symptoms). And it's been getting worse over the last few years, and especially over the last few months. I hide it fairly well when around others. There have been days of barely being able to get out of bed. While rest helps my body feel a little better, emotionally and spiritually, I'm hurting. It can feel so isolating having to step away and be in my room.
What I have learned is that a quiet room, lying down, and resting help me recover. And sometimes that means for more than a few hours. I don't always know why my body feels this weak. But it does. I often wake up early, longing and hoping for a day of relief. When usually there isn’t any.
At the moment, I'm going to continue taking one step at a time towards my dream career. I don't know when I will be entering into an internship or even a volunteer role. But I know that I shouldn't worry about what the future holds. It won’t help me. Everyone's path is different. Where I am right now is a season of getting worse than better. I believe that if God has carried me through all of these challenges to get where I am, then there must be more in the future.
So at the moment, while I rest, I am celebrating those small steps towards this goal. Last month, it was to finish the class. Now, I can continue taking another step. It may be slowly, but at the right pace.
You are incredible. I admire your strength and determination. Sorry for the pain. Praying God continues to provide healing and resources. Hoping you follow your dreams one day at a time.