3 Minute Retreat - Suffering

"The pains you feel are messengers. Listen to them." -Rumi

We hear so much about suffering often. It is a complicated topic with many avenues, bumps and hills. How we navigate our way through it is different for each person.

Each person's definition of suffering is different to start. Some had quite serious traumas that aren't as simple as the usual forgiveness and letting go. Others perhaps are walking through physical suffering that can be even more difficult to relate to.

I do believe the pain within the suffering can meet in the middle.

When pain enters our life, it is not for nothing, it is not to be dismissed. It is speaking to you. If you take a moment to listen, healing can come.

It is often hard to be gentle on ourselves. We are caregivers by nature. But when will we care for ourselves? If we wait until the pain overcomes us, it could be too late.

How will you honor your pain today?  
How can you listen to your pain in a positive responding manner?
How will you honor coming through your suffering?
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