That question struck a chord with me. Sometimes I feel sadness. Sad for people that have died. Sadness for things that didn't turn out as I wished. Sadness for missing friends.
There is plenty of sadness out there in the world. Heck, every time I hear the Sinead O'Connor song "Nothing compares to you" I feel sad.
So, what do you do when you feel sad? Well the first rule is, do not hurt yourself. I heard another story a few days ago about a good man who took his own life. Do not hurt yourself. It solves nothing. It only passes your pain on exponentially to those around you. It doesn't end pain, it magnifies it.
But what do I do when the sadness comes? I don't give it space in my brain. I don't give it the time of day. I get busy. I listen to music. Sometimes I let myself cry, but then I get up. Distract, deflect, and move on.
There is so much good in the life. There is so much good in this world. When I think about the good, it always pushes the sadness out.
It's a beautiful day in God's world, be sure to see the good.
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I am leading a trip to Italy in November of this year with Pastor Sherri Swanson. There is plenty of room and we would love to have you join!!!
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