My son was so tired tonight, his spirit so exhausted. How can I possibly seek respite from caring for him when I have no way of knowing how many more days we have together? At 15 he has to tolerate getting help from his mother with showering, eating, getting dressed, and so many other thingsContinue reading “Providing Meaning”
Tag Archives: Pain
The Mystery of Healing
Many walking wounded (or rolling, as the case may be) are among us. Buddhism teaches that pain is inevitable in life, but suffering is optional. A primary lesson the Buddha taught is that pain + resistance = suffering. It’s not the easiest concept to digest when you or someone you love is in pain. ItContinue reading “The Mystery of Healing”
Baby Steps
There are mornings I get up, like today, and don’t know how I’m going to make it. The chronic pain I’ve had (along with the PTSD, anxiety attacks, and depression) cripples me and limits me in ways that make me feel down before I even get up. I finally have this wonderful opportunity to workContinue reading “Baby Steps”
An Unexpected Life 