Thursday, 30th July 2026

It has been a tough 2 weeks.

very,Mentally and physically absolutely hard and very very difficult spiritually!

Although my Hallow app streak crossed 30 days, I got a pop-up notification to let me know. In my heart I knew it had been 30 days of despair, anxiety, and stress.

Whenever the object of clay which he was making
turned out badly in his hand, 
he tried again.
making of the clay another object of whatever sort he pleased.

the Lord.Jeremiahs words resonated with me! I have been riddled with alot of anxiety and worries – some external factors, few personal losses and above all just unable to articulate the feelings inside my mind and place them to the Lord. I have been listening to Jeff Cavins daily reflections as I run at the treadmill and the Bible in a year by Fr Mike while I drive to work. Yet what I miss is that connection to find peace with theLord .

hard,The object of clay I am in the hands of God and I am being molded into something which is making me reshape my mind, body and desire. It is taking time and a toll on me — I even took a day off to sort my emotions, but life is hard and everything with it is getting me more anxious…

I request prayers and a lot of love from everyone who reads and is in a similar situation as me for a calmer mind and focus on being a better person one day at a time!

AMEN.

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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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23 Comments

  1. You are always in my prayers! Remember the Blessed Mother’s mantle is always around you.

  2. Sweet Analise. You are absolutely in our prayers. I’m certain God is holding you by the hand, even when it may not feel that way.

  3. Dear Analise,
    Every day I bless all the people who provide the reflections on acatholic, including you. Remember GOD will never give up on you, HE is always beside you. GOD Bless you.

  4. Dear Analise,
    I hope Fred Prince will forgive me if I use his words, but he always says when we feel bad it’s satan’s influence and he adds “get behind me satan” and follows with “Holy Spirit fill my heart”.
    Again using Fred’s words, “if you want to change your life say the nine every day”.
    I pray to grow in the Love, Joy and Peace of the Holy Spirit, by growing in Patience, Kindness, Generosity, Faithfulness, Gentleness and Self Control.
    Fred I hope I did not do your words an injustice.
    GOD Bless

  5. May the good Lord,hold your hands and give you peace that the world cannot give.

    Take care!

  6. Analise, through authentic and deep sharing you connect with many of us, I will pray for you. Keep doing the good work

  7. Analise, please know that the 9,500 ACM subscribers are praying for you and this community. May you feel God’s peace.

  8. Dearest Analise. With all the prayers and good wishes I have read here it is clear God has a plan for you. Tough times will come and go but the love of God is always with us. Keep calm and carry on and the light of Christ will forever shine on you. Blessings and peace be with you.

  9. Dear Analise
    Remember God is faithful, and he will not let you be tested beyond your strength, but with the testing he will also provide the way out that you may be able to endure it. 1 Cor 10:13

  10. When I am going through times such as you are in my husband will say to me, “give yourself grace”. Slow down, breathe, trust in the Lord, and give yourself grace.

  11. My prayers are going out for you. St. Padre Pio’s novena helps me when I go down the path you are now.

  12. Dr. Analise, whenever we went through a renewal at church, the deacon would warn us that the devil would attack. The closer you are to the Lord, the harder he tries to pull you away. As Anton mentioned above, tell Satan to get behind you and ask the Lord to fill you with His love, joy, and peace so there is no place for Satan to re-enter. My prayers are with you 🙏

  13. Analise, thank you for sharing with us even your difficult moments. Please know that you are loved and prayed for by so many of us at AMC. God will give you all the grace you need as He molds you into his image.

  14. So very sorry to hear of your struggles Annalise.Is there a trusted work colleague or friend with whom you could share your concerns with?

    I watched a beautiful homily by Fr Mike Schmitz on his recent visit to Ireland.In it, he asked the question, “ Does God have your permission to love you the way you are now?” It really resonated with me and I hope you are able to find the peace in your heart by just letting Him love you in this moment of your life.
    Prayers and love to you 🙏🏻❤️

  15. Analise,
    Like Gold and Silver melted down to remove the dross, the impurities… Our Lord refines us. This doesn’t mean that there’s anything wrong with you, At All, ever. We must be as pure as possible to be able face & kiss our Lord.
    God is my Home.!! My challenges are splinters of my Redeemers crucifix. I must always keep my eyes on the prize… Salvation & Eternal Joy- Joy- Joy. Bro. BLU

  16. Take heart, the Good Lord knows all our struggle’s, He is always very near and ready to help, as I pray to almighty God to help you, please pray unceasingly. May you be strengthen by Psalm 68:19-20. May the Good Lord have mercy on you and all that go through difficulties Lord hear us,,,,, 🙏

  17. May the Good Lord wrap you in His comfort, peace and love. I pray you are overcome with serenity.

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