How do you respond to suffering?

Posted on Jun 25th, 2008 by

C.G.

This is in Response to the Questions and Reflections for June 25, 2008:

I tend to need quiet time in my sanctuary to heal, when suffering.
Also, I find it easier to suffer than to watch a loved one suffer.
blessings, all,
CG

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sandy said

it's true, isn't it GC -it is easier to suffer one's self than watch
a loved one suffer>

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solitare said

that is such a great point..to stand back and allow another to work thru their own suffering…to help when needed and to trust they will find their own way………is suffering in a whole new context.

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Shameslaya said

I agree with Sandy, CG….would that I could wish to take on board the suffering of others to whom i am neutrally disposed as willingly as i would were my own son or partner or father in pain…blessings, Jon xx

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C.G. said

Yes…Sandy, so much easier.
Jon, yes…even that I could be so connected to the pain of one who has just done something to cause me great pain…
Solitaire….you make a good point…in addition to being sympathetic (aware) of the pain of even the one who has just provoked me (or my loved one), I must find a balance to support that person, but not take it from them–for how can I know if that pain is not their most beneficial lesson?

peace and wonder, dear friends,
CG

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