From The Daily Dialogue
From The Daily Dialogue
Broadcast of 12/15/98
Subject: [DailyDialogue #339] Tears
"I can't see the Grand Design, the Divine plan for this Universe. Therefore, I no longer will ask why. Instead, I will learn to be more trusting. Life includes suffering. And it is up to me to find a way to be more peaceful and compassionate in the midst of the suffering." - Susan Jeffers
Simply affirming, "I am at peace" doesn't always bring a peaceful feeling. Often to heal the hurt, it is important to first lean into the feelings. When we allow our tears to flow we provide a cleansing that opens our heart to deeper loving.
Being alive involves pain and joy. Both can generate tears. As I prepare to unite with my family in Missouri for Christmas, I remember the tears of joy I feel when I greet them at the airport, the tears of nostalgia as we sing Christmas carols and pray around the Christmas tree, the tears of sadness as I say good-bye and wonder if family members will be alive the next time I visit.
We can turn away from the tears and deny that the feelings exist. In the process of disconnection from our pain, we disconnect from others as well. We lack empathy, compassion and patience, judging ourselves and others. We can choose instead to believe in the Grand Overall Design, feeling the pain and trusting at the same time.
Experiment: Share your sadness with your partner. If you have been holding back the tears, let them flow.
Affirmation: By releasing my tears, I am free to embrace the joy.
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