Most of us have
been through situations that are difficult at best. Sometimes our experiences
are downright traumatic.
When in the middle
of a difficult time we may believe we are the only one going through a tough time
and forget that difficulty is a part of the human experience.
It could be the loss
of a job, an unexpected separation of a relationship we thought would last
forever, major illness or death.
Unfortunately, when
we are put in the middle of difficult experiences we may do and say things we
really don’t mean. In the moment we may feel justified in our anger, fear and
harsh words.
Yet, if we step
back and acknowledge others may also be going through tough times, even in our
darkest hour we can find light.
The fact is, we
were not given the manual of life that explains how to deal with these situations
when they hit.
Yet, it is through
the love and care of others we are often able to find comfort in even the most
difficult situations.
There will be occasions
when life changes so quickly we are required to drop everything and be with the
experience. Our world turns upside down.
We may find our
life is changed forever in ways we never imagined. We may also discover we are
being called to put our own emotions aside in order to be there for another who
is also going through a tough time.
The fact is, love
can transform even the toughest situations from one of frustration, uncertainty
and fear into one in which we are guided as to what we are being called to be.
In virtually every religion and spiritual belief the answer to the most
difficult experiences is love. When we don’t feel we are in a loving space the
answer is closer than we may realize. The answer is prayer.
It is through prayer we are able to gain comfort, serenity, clarity and may
even get a sense of our calling.
In this calling
there are things we may asked to do that are foreign and uncomfortable. We may try to resist and hold back. As has
been said, “That which we resist, will persist.”
When your world is
turned upside down step back, sit quietly, and pray for right actions. Sit with
the answers and know you are being guided.
Great post Kathleen
Being able to look for the gifts and blessings especially the painfull ones invites us to rise out of our victims and remember that we are spiritual beings having a human experience. Often the most tramautic events are the greatest teachers to help us cultivate compassion, love, forgiveness,and patience.
Like you I turn to prayer and meditation asking, "What is mine to do and how can I serve? for guidance and inspiration. When answers elude me, being in faith and trust helps me to stay present and open.
Hugs
Lorraine
Posted by: Lorraine Cohen | October 06, 2009 at 01:57 PM
Hello Kathleen,
I have found that the Golden Key - as beautifully explained by Dr. Emmet Fox in his book, Power Through Constructive Thinking, works best for me.
For your information, The Golden Key is a Scientific Prayer in connection with the "Let Go and Let God" process. Therefore, our particular limitations or weaknesses are of no account in the process, because
it is God who works, and not us!
Kind regards,
Chantal
Posted by: Chantal Beaupré | October 08, 2009 at 11:26 AM
Sharing is a wonderful gift, Kathleen - it shows we are truly human and lets the people around know we are pretty much all the same. Our stories may be different yet we all feel the same feelings and sometimes struggle with the same emotions. It makes us more approachable and down to earth.
When we share, we energetically hold hands and support each other as we all grow to greatness...
Posted by: Brenda Zeller | October 13, 2009 at 01:17 PM
Dearest Kathleen,
We become the carriers of our wisdom as a result of our life experiences...not in spite of them. As a teacher and visionary, you have the rare opportunity to inspire others through the sharing of your experiences. Long gone are the days when teachers or "experts" needed (or thought they needed to)present themselves as perfect - and untouched by the human experience.
Thank you for sharing your light - and your pain, your faith and at times, your fear. I send so much love and healing to you and your family as you navigate this loss. Sad blessings are to be shared, not hidden...love, Anita
Posted by: Anita Pathik Law | October 13, 2009 at 02:21 PM