Everywhere I look there are people dealing with life challenges. I have a friend struggling with an unfulfilling job; Another who has an unidentified illness. Although I empathize with their pain, I also recognize that these circumstances are an invitation to awakening and personal growth.
I know this because I recently came through a challenging period in my own life. I was already struggling to deal with my husband's illness when my son moved away from home and I lost my job. It felt like my world was crashing down around me. Some days I just sat and cried. Sitting with my pain in that way allowed me to heal old wounds that had been festering for years. It took those circumstances to stop the activity long enough for me to attend to my own needs. It was the beginning of a journey toward self-care.
I am still learning how to take care of myself. But I will always remember that it was pain that first opened the door.
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