Entrepreneur's Corner

When Their Blessings Come Before Yours: Navigating The Wait While Others Shine

BY Steve Biko Wafula · November 11, 2024 09:11 pm

KEY POINTS

Nurture faith in your unique path. Just because someone else’s life seems full doesn’t mean yours is lacking. The universe has a way of orchestrating everything in divine timing. When it’s your moment, it will be unstoppable, and undeniable.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Guard your heart against the poison of jealousy, for it’s an unquenchable thirst. Ancient wisdom tells us, "The envy in your heart consumes more than fire can burn." Your soul knows better than to begrudge others for their wins. Resist the urge to wish misfortune upon others, for wishing them ill is wishing against your growth.

There’s an ache in waiting, a bittersweet tension between hope and despair. You look around, and others seem to be in a season of harvest while you’re still tilling the soil. It’s one thing to work hard, but it’s another to work hard and see everyone else reaping a bountiful harvest while your field lies empty. This isn’t a foreign experience. This is the silent struggle of the entrepreneur who works late nights, the aspirant who campaigns tirelessly, and the dreamer who yearns for an open door.

In moments like these, remember the African proverb, “Patience is the key that opens every door.” Just because you see others walking through their doors doesn’t mean yours won’t open. But patience is more than waiting; it’s waiting with grace, with an open heart. It’s trusting that your journey has its path, and that comparison will only breed restlessness in your soul.

In a world that measures success by timelines and milestones, it’s easy to feel like you’re falling behind. But remember, the sun doesn’t rise all at once; it takes its time. One horizon may already be bathed in light, while another still rests in the quiet dark. This darkness is not failure, it’s preparation. As the old Arabic saying goes, “Trust in what is coming, for what is meant for you will arrive with blessings.” You don’t need anyone else’s dawn; yours is just around the corner.

Celebrate others, even when it’s hard. Their success doesn’t diminish yours; it paves a path for what is possible. This is not to say you must pretend their success doesn’t sting. It’s okay to feel the weight of waiting. Each congratulation you extend to someone else in their season of success is like watering the seeds of your blessings. The harvest of another does not mean that your field is barren; it simply means the rains came at different times.

Guard your heart against the poison of jealousy, for it’s an unquenchable thirst. Ancient wisdom tells us, “The envy in your heart consumes more than fire can burn.” Your soul knows better than to begrudge others for their wins. Resist the urge to wish misfortune upon others, for wishing them ill is wishing against your growth. They are not your competition; they are fellow travelers on different paths. Jealousy is not a sign that you lack; it’s a symptom of an untrusting heart.

It’s a delicate dance between gratitude for what you have and longing for what you desire. When you catch yourself growing weary, speak gently to your heart. Remind yourself that everyone is running their race. Your timeline is uniquely yours, and it will unfold as it should. In those quiet moments of frustration, whisper to yourself the words of another proverb, “One day your sun will shine, just as theirs does now.”

Being graceful to yourself means allowing the full spectrum of your emotions. You don’t have to numb the disappointment or rush to fake joy. This is your journey; it’s okay to cry in private, to feel frustration, to release the ache of unfulfilled dreams. But don’t let those feelings define you. Let them move through you, then stand tall again. Remember, “It’s the one who holds on longest to their dreams who reap the greatest rewards.”

You may feel unseen in your wait, but the work you’re doing behind the scenes is more powerful than you know. The best growth happens in the soil, hidden from view. The roots strengthen underground, giving life to what will soon break through the surface. As you wait, trust that you’re building the foundation for a lasting legacy.

So keep trying, keep pushing, keep planting seeds in the dark. You will see the fruits of your labor, though it might not be today, or tomorrow, or the next season. But do not give up; do not surrender your dreams just because others have tasted their own. Remember the proverb, “Only he who continues to climb will reach the top of the mountain.” Let this be the heartbeat of your wait: steadfastness in the face of delay.

And when you feel weary from clapping for others, take a step back. Guard your energy, but don’t let their celebrations dim your light. Missing out on their joy won’t make your journey shorter. Let them shine, and know that when it’s your time, they will rejoice with you, just as you have for them. This is the unspoken bond between those who chase dreams—an unwritten pact to lift each other as we rise.

In moments of darkness, remind yourself of the beauty that waits at dawn. Each setback, every missed opportunity, every “not yet” is sculpting you into a vessel capable of holding your blessings. If everything came easily, you’d miss the gift of resilience. You’d miss the strength that is only born through perseverance. Trust that every single step you’re taking is preparing you for the fulfillment that lies ahead.

Above all, nurture faith in your unique path. Just because someone else’s life seems full doesn’t mean yours is lacking. The universe has a way of orchestrating everything in divine timing. When it’s your moment, it will be unstoppable, and undeniable. Until then, pour your energy into your growth, your craft, and your soul. Let others’ light fuel your hope, not dim it.

Allow each day to be a step forward, even if it’s a small one. Growth isn’t always visible, but it’s happening. Remember, you are being prepared for the blessings that are meant for you alone. You are being refined, sculpted, and strengthened so that you can carry the dreams that are waiting to manifest.

So wait, yes, but wait with purpose. Wait with anticipation, not with despair. For as they say, “He who has hope can wait through a thousand nights.” You are not waiting in vain. You are waiting in faith, preparing for a dawn that will be worth every shadow.

Trust in this season. Your time is coming, and when it does, it will feel like the most beautiful arrival, worthy of every prayer, every tear, and every patient breath. You are being prepared for something truly extraordinary. Hold on—your dawn is near.

About Steve Biko Wafula

Steve Biko is the CEO OF Soko Directory and the founder of Hidalgo Group of Companies. Steve is currently developing his career in law, finance, entrepreneurship and digital consultancy; and has been implementing consultancy assignments for client organizations comprising of trainings besides capacity building in entrepreneurial matters. He can be reached on: +254 20 510 1124 or Email: info@sokodirectory.com