13 thoughts on “Reflections about Resilience – November 3, 2019”
I’m so sorry you are being tested yet again. I don’t like the word “evil” but these days there’s often no other word to capture the sheer malevolence of certain people. Forgiveness probably won’t redeem that person but will keep you sane! Stay well.
“Seek solutions that promote healing rather than those that punish” — this jumped out at me because I think I need punishment (of the perpetrator) in order to make progress in healing. Having both compassion and justice at the same time ain’t so easy…
This poem tugs at my heart. When the journey seems uphill, and I am not sure if I am up for this challenge, the thought that I have been here before…..it all seems too familiar. I have been there, and I have thought this thought before. Thank you for this beautiful post.
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I’m so sorry you are being tested yet again. I don’t like the word “evil” but these days there’s often no other word to capture the sheer malevolence of certain people. Forgiveness probably won’t redeem that person but will keep you sane! Stay well.
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Good advice.
Take care.
Neil S.
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Some unavoidably deep truth here. I can empathize, Carol.
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Stand Tall is not easy, even when you have friends all around you, my friend. Take care of your heart. xox
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Evil continues to dominate our world. Only love and compassion will defeat it. Keep safe and strong, Carol ❤
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“Seek solutions that promote healing rather than those that punish” — this jumped out at me because I think I need punishment (of the perpetrator) in order to make progress in healing. Having both compassion and justice at the same time ain’t so easy…
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I join with those who are opening their hearts for you, Carol. Resilience is the perfect word for this present moment.
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In my thoughts I’m sending you a hug. Take care, Hanneke
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Hauntingly beautiful and sad. I wish you the peace to persevere, Carol.
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Carol, balance remains necessary and difficult. We do our best and still must navigate so much craziness. It is so good to read your honest life.
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‘seek solutions that promote healing’
very sound advice.
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This poem tugs at my heart. When the journey seems uphill, and I am not sure if I am up for this challenge, the thought that I have been here before…..it all seems too familiar. I have been there, and I have thought this thought before. Thank you for this beautiful post.
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may you continue
finding solidity
in your compassionate heart,
words & actions, dear Carol!
from this compost
can arise a rose 🙂
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