Life does not come without challenges, and when we lean into them, we find our greatest teacher. These experiences are not meant to make us small, but allow us to reconnect with our True-Self, to be present with life as it is, and to live fully.
The mind thinks the perfect life is one without problems, and when we think this way we become lost, poor me. The wise person faces his or her problems eyes open, asking for help when needed, knowing that within the pain is an opportunity that will allow them to grow.
Therefore the next time you are faced with a challenge remember there is an opportunity hidden somewhere in the darkness. When you shine the light of awareness on it, your suffering will morph into gratitude. Your pain will melt away, and like the phoenix rising from the ashes, you will be born again.
Tim Custis 
Dear Tim, Thanks for formulating and sharing your powerful wisdom, also Ragni’s and my belief. Marc P
p.s. fine-tuning details: > The wise person faces their problems eyes open, asking for help when needed, and knows that within the pain is an opportunity that will allow them to grow.
The wise persons face their problems eyes open, asking for help when needed, and know that within the pain is an opportunity that will allow them to grow.
or, my preference:
The wise person faces his/her problems eyes open, asking for help when needed, knowing that within the pain is an opportunity that will allow them to grow.
Life does not come without challenges, and when we lean into them, we find our greatest teacher. These experiences are not meant to make us small, but allow us to reconnect with our True-Self, to be present with life as it is, and to live fully.
The mind thinks the perfect life is one without problems, and when we think this way we become lost, poor me. The wise person faces their problems eyes open, asking for help when needed, and knows that within the pain is an opportunity that will allow them to grow.
Therefore the next time you are faced with a challenge remember there is an opportunity hidden somewhere in the darkness. When you shine the light of awareness on it, your suffering will morph into gratitude. Your pain will melt away, and like the phoenix rising from the ashes, you will be born again
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Thank you, Marc, for your suggested edits and comments. Be well, my friend!
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I made the change and used your preferred edit, only adding “or” between his/her.
The wise person faces his/her problems eyes open, asking for help when needed, knowing that within the pain is an opportunity that will allow them to grow.
Thanks again! T.
Regards,
Tim Custis ……………………………………….. Founder Spiral Release Bodywork® Spiritual Mentor and Blogger
http://www.timcustis.com phone 408.736.5136
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