It’s a very popular expression. It can be used to be prepared (in the sense of: To be on the safe side), or out of worry (that is: What if such an unfortunate thing were to happen…). Being prepared is good, but not being worried.

Living alone has its advantages, freedom and peace being two major ones. But being single also comes with great challenges. Taming loneliness, nourishing our need for affection, monitoring our finances, and also worrying about our future.

We are solicited from all sides, so much so that we can forget to rest. Not only to rest our body but also our soul and our spirit. Yet God promises us that His rest is our strength.

When we desire to be in a relationship, it is normal, at times, to wonder why we are still alone and how to find a partner. But these questions should never turn into worries.

This challenge we face takes over our thoughts. So much so that it can prevent us from sleeping or finding appropriate solutions. Worry suffocates us: we have to get rid of it!