As someone who is older and had struggled with these questions, let me say this:

There IS a higher power !

How it works exactly is beyond human understanding !!

Glet, the answer to your question is ‘Karma’. That is why bad things happen and ‘God’ seemingly does not stop them !!!

Karma does not fit in with Christianity, Islam or Judaism but it is the central tenet of Hinduism and Buddhism. In fact, just like you, Lord ‘Buddha’ (who used to be a Prince) got confused by bad things happening to people – read his story.

You need to be a good person and do good deeds – that is all you can do.

Please don’t overthink this – over centuries, many intelligent people have gone insane looking for an answer.

GOD Bless !

Hi Heal,

You are dealing with fear – Do not give it any more power !

The past is done and the chance of you running into the same people again is very small. It is time to move forward !!

There is a higher power that will guide and protect you – have Faith in it and in Yourself !!!

Here are links to 2 short articles that will help you:

http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/stress-anxiety-depression/Pages/overcoming-fears.aspx

http://www.wikihow.com/Deal-with-Workplace-Bullying-and-Harassment

GOD Bless !

Hi Keon,

Sometimes life puts us through tough situations demanding change from ourselves !

Outside forces including family add to the pressure but it is your soul demanding you find your ‘life path’ !!

Basically, you are ‘lost’ and seeking ‘love’ – as simple as that !!!

Find your purpose and love will follow.

Here is the link to simple steps you can take today:
http://www.wikihow.com/Find-Your-Purpose-in-Life

GOD bless !

I would send her condolences now.

Tell her you just found out via fb and also tell her that you had been thinking of her and are there for her. I have a feeling she will appreciate it.

Hi xevv,

Please DO NOT harm yourself – suicide seems like a solution when the mind is overwhelmed but it leaves behing a trail of severe destruction for others – specially kids !

Please read this short article – here is the link:
http://www.wikihow.com/Cope-With-Emotional-Pain

Also, there seem to be complex issues from your childhood/past that need to be resolved – this should help you get started:
http://www.yellowbrickprogram.com/index.html

ps: one of the easiest things you can do that will help you feel better is to take a walk – a simple 10 minute walk outside around the block is good enough. It does wonders for the mind when you are feeling overwhelmed ! If you can do 20 minutes that is great – if not, just do 10 minutes a day !!

I pray your angels guide you forward.

GOD bless !!

Hi Bridgette,

You are a ‘wise’ soul and mature for your age !

Unfortunately, socializing nowadays at any age revolves around drinking ! Not drinking is a good thing – you have realized that at an early age and that is good !!

Anytime you have a different path than the ‘crowd’ you will be alone at times in life….but that is ok.

Having said that, just make sure you don’t get too isolated and fall into depression….that is something you must be careful of. Make sure you have at least a few people that you communicate with on a regular basis, and try to find even one or two friends that do not drink and you can hang out with.

God bless and good luck !

Hi Chocaway,

Not having a Dad when growing up is difficult….and high school can add to that !

Don’t even try to change your family…it is very difficult and will only get you frustrated !!

You are young and just starting life – what matters now is that you have faith in yourself and in your dreams. Be the unique individual you were created to be…..and ignore the haters !

Please read this simple article – here is the link: http://www.wikihow.com/Build-Self-Worth

Here is one on depression: http://www.wikihow.com/Overcome-Depression

I pray your angels guide you forward and wish you a happy, joyful life ahead !

GOD Bless !!