The Power of Your Perspective Can Transform Challenges Into Opportunities
It’s up to you to do it
In the midst of life’s trials, it’s important to remember that everyone carries some form of pain. Whether it’s visible on the surface or hidden deep within, we never truly know the battles others are fighting.
Because you never know what someone is facing, it’s important to gauge your words with care.
Mark Twain said, “Never tell the truth to people who are not worthy of it.”
While in great pain, a little sugar coating of the truth may be best, depending on the situation.
You may have missed a high event on Friday. Taylor Swift released a new album: The Tortured Poets Department. Listening to the record, I hear a woman in pain. I’m not sure how a person survives that kind of pain, but it seems that something extraordinary is necessary to heal.
It’s more than self-care and perspective, although I’m not sure exactly what it takes to soften deep pain. Nature therapy tends to work for me.
Seeking beauty in the ordinary of everyday things starts to put us on the right path. Viktor Frankl and Man’s Search for Meaning come to mind.
What works for you? While you think it over, enjoy some of our latest reads.
How to Use Sickness to Actually Skyrocket Your Self-Growth by Neeramitra Reddy
As I type this with flaming eyes, my nose’s throwing a sniffing tantrum.
But I’ve had a chain of insights way too useful — for them (or me) to wait.
Before these illuminating insights, I was drowning in guilt over my last 3 days. → READ MORE
Why Single People Seem To Look Happier by Desiree Peralta
“Singleness suits you.”
I said these words to my ex-sister-in-law after seeing her by chance in a restaurant after a year without hearing from her.
She looked completely different from the last time I saw her. → READ MORE.
The Bee In Me Set Free by Don Feazelle
There was a time when I encountered a bee, wasp, or hornet inside the house or garage or buzzing around me outside, and without a second thought, I would have stomped them out of their misery. → READ MORE
They Said, Be Smaller. I Got Stronger Instead by Crystal Jackson
There was never a time in my life where my size was deemed as acceptable. In my youth, I was too skinny. I was told that all the time. There were comments made about my flat chest and lack of curves. → READ MORE
Luggage Is Always a Liability by Vickey Maverick.
It wasn’t the first time I was going to miss a flight. However, on this occasion, the fault wasn’t mine.
The ongoing construction and repair work on the road to the airport dashed my hopes. → READ MORE
How Volunteering Reaps the Nectar of the Gods by Grace Mary Power
The nectar of the Gods is a sweet wine or drink that grants you longevity.
There are multiple activities that will keep you in the memory books for some people. One of these areas of human endeavour is → READ MORE
Why You Should Keep a Notebook With Your Children by Tammie
hen my daughter was first born, it was just me and her, and our bond was, and still is, undeniable.
Though I married my husband when she was eighteen months old, I could always tell there was a disconnect between my daughter and my now husband. → READ MORE
Emotional Authenticity: Rejecting the Concept of ‘Wrong’ Emotions by Elaine Hilides
“No turkey for me, I’m plant-based.”
The anaesthetist turned and looked at me properly. “I’ve been flirting with this idea. What are you going to have?” → READ MORE
In the midst of our own struggles, let’s strive to be kind, empathetic, and supportive towards one another. Together, we can emerge stronger, wiser, and more compassionate individuals.
Sending healthy wishes,
Nicole
