By Bethany Theulen

I learned some things this week that I feel prompted to share—just in case someone out there could benefit from a higher understanding, the same way I did.

Coming from a lifelong experience with severe depression and anxiety, Rare Faith and the Laws of Thought have expanded my mind and capabilities farther than I ever imagined possible. When I first began this journey, I was seeking financial breakthrough—but what the Lord had in mind was something much deeper. Before abundance could show up in my bank account, it had to show up in me. My soul needed filling first. And He did just that.

Life, of course, has a way of offering growth opportunities disguised as trials. And for me, the deeper I’ve gone into understanding my subconscious patterns, the more my Father has gently but firmly expected of me.

One area I’ve struggled with is staying in a high vibration—especially the vibration of gratitude—so I can receive Divine guidance. I used to think I had to suppress the “low” emotions like sadness in order to stay in gratitude. But that mindset wasn’t healthy, because sadness and grief are real and valid and sometimes necessary.

So for as long as I’ve been practicing Rare Faith, I’ve found myself bouncing between high and low vibrations, thinking I had to choose just one.

But this week, I learned something life-changing: I don’t have to choose.

This past week was gut-wrenching. It tested everything in me. And yet, in the midst of profound grief and sorrow, I experienced the deepest gratitude I have ever felt. At the same time.

The gratitude didn’t cancel out the grief. And the grief didn’t invalidate the gratitude. Somehow, they coexisted—beautifully. And even while grieving, I continued to receive divine inspiration. Clear answers. Next steps. Miracles in motion.

While I wouldn’t wish what our family is going through on anyone, I am thankful for the lesson. I no longer believe that I have to feel only gratitude to be guided by the Spirit. I now know that grief, pain, and sadness are part of growth. The sadness is temporary—but the gratitude? That can be lasting.

So, if you’re carrying something heavy right now, please know this: You don’t have to push away your honest emotions. You don’t have to pretend everything is cupcakes and rainbows. Real, hard feelings are part of the journey. You can still access the gratitude—even within the sadness.

Just don’t live in the sadness. Don’t suppress it either. Acknowledge it. Let it move through you. But be intentional with your gratitude. Because when the sadness eventually lifts (and it will), the gratitude is what will still remain.

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