Over the last month, I have shared words and stories to hopefully assist in healing with "So Long to a Dear One" then attempting to turn "Grief to Belief" and moving forwardto "Tie a Knot and Hang On".  I then urged you all to find a way to "Open Up" and this week, I am recognizing that it is difficult to work through emotional pain and heartache, however, I also recognize that the work in persevering through the rough stuff can lead to joy, peace and the warmth of sunlight.

Persevering to Feel the Sun Again

It is very tempting to simply shut down and turn off when we are in the process of emotional clearing.  It hurts to clear and we feel tired, sad, tearful and simply "off"!And we wonder why we feel so drained, as if we truly do not know!

The energy that it takes to work through mental and emotional pain and disappointment is far beyond what we typically expend in a day of regular routine that also includes a vigorous workout.

As we are clearing, thoughts bounce and break and somehow return, all while we are attempting to focus on the tasks of daily living.  This is like multitasking 24/7.It is  tough, tiresome and realistically, necessary!

We must stay open and feel all of the emotions, one by one and mixed and matched and continue to have faith that by being strong enough and persevering through the tough stuff, the Holy Spirit will recognize the fight and shed some light towards the hope of peace, joy and happiness.

Please know that the darker emotions of pain, anger and heartbreak, when directed toward a greater cause, have the power to move mountains and renewed faith fuels that power tenfold.

Work hard!

Believe!

And somehow, someway, someday...the clouds will blow away and the sun will shine again!

Blessings towards peace and feeling the warmth,
Dr Lorri