Thursday 20 th February 2025

 “Get behind me, Satan.
You are thinking not as God does, but as human beings do.” 

I am only human … Im just a woman … the words of my favorite hymns .. one day at a time !

everyday we have a choice, we either act according to what triggers us or we act according to how we are supposed to act as people of faith. I often avoid confrontation and dislike letting people get upset so agree to stuff and let people walk all over me!

I am a very diplomatic human who doesnt want to pick sides and can conveniently turn conversation into what other person might want to hear! Often I will let people walk over my ideas and when I read the room often dont acknowledge my opinion, I realise I better stop speaking or voicing my opinion when nt asked.

Over time, I have adjusted myself to make everyone around me comfortable. A colleague pointed this out to me and I agreed , I do adjust my words, actions and thoughts according to who I am with and even agree to some stuff which I am against.

So one day I decided I had had enough and my PMS added to the frustration and I stood up for myself and spoke up! Suddenly everyone is hurt and I look like the bad one !

Being satan is not easy in this world — as Jesus called out to Peter, he was simply talking out of love and affection! But it wasnt according to THE plan. Often, when some satan like me ruins plans of other humans it can get awkward and emotional! It is hard to not want an earthly solution in my best interest !

The world is hard to manage and I am doing my best to keep hanging onto the faith! I am trying not to let my inner voice vent out when Im feeling like someone crossed the line but praying formyself to keep my inner satan in check and focus on THE plan ultimately for my life!

About the Author

Hello! I’m Dr Analise Maria D’ Mello, (MBBS, MS obgyn, DNB) from the beautiful state of Goa in India. I was born and raised in a Roman Catholic family, learning my prayers, catechism and Catholic values from my parents and grandmothers. I am currently practicing as an obstetrician and gynecologist for 3 years since my residency. I often speak on anti-abortion to college students and married couples, and counsel distressed pregnant women with appropriate medical advice. I am part of the St Luke's Medical Guild of Catholic Doctors in my state providing services in prisons, and Lenten and advent retreats for medical professionals and their families.

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6 Comments

  1. The truth is hard. Timing and deliverance is so critical to someone’s acceptance of truth. Yet doesn’t truth speak for itself?

  2. Nice reflection Analise. Right from the inner self. We all have to fight off the inner satan in our lives…he never gives up. We have the truth to fight for…and it’s sooooo worth it. Peace with you my sister.

  3. You deserve to have the courage to share your opinion with others. You have a lot of good things to say. You deserve to speak up because there are many people who could learn from what you have to say.

  4. Thank you ! I try and ask the Holy Spirit, when I’m in a difficult situation, to help me with my words. Don’t be afraid to speak what you believe.

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