What if the purpose of pain isn’t to make you miserable? Many years ago I was dealing with chronic pain.It was unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. Even after 3 unmedicated births, I can still say living daily chronic pain topped natural birth.The pain was so agonizing. I felt like there was no relief physically or emotionally. ButContinue reading “Is There Purpose in Pain?”
Category Archives: Emotions
How to Make Peace with Your Anger
During one of my therapy sessions a decade ago, I was venting to my therapist about my childhood. I spilled my guts out as fast as my tongue would let me. I was terrified to stop talking because if I did she might have time to judge me or my family. Finally by the end ofContinue reading “How to Make Peace with Your Anger”
Losing a Relationship with Someone You Love
Dealing with Estrangement and Heartbreak
She left and never came back. Without a word. I looked up to her like a mother. Loosing her while she was alive was something I never thought I would experience. You never think of such things when you are a kid. I remember her sweet, gentle voice telling me stories late at night. SheContinue reading “Dealing with Estrangement and Heartbreak”
What if My Purpose Isn’t to do Anything Extraordinary?
There is no such thing as a “better” purpose. There is no such thing as a “more important” purpose.Without the small bolts to hold the wheels,a car would loose a wheel and skid to a stop or worse, an accident. These metal pieces aren’t the biggest or loudest part of the car, yet they have purpose. Stop comparingContinue reading “What if My Purpose Isn’t to do Anything Extraordinary?”
