Tiny Wisdom: Being Both Strong and Hurt
“Pain is not a sign of weakness, but bearing it alone is a choice to grow weak.” ~from my book, Tiny Buddha
A while back, my friends and I dealt with a challenging situation that profoundly affected all of us, including one friend who struggles with intense anxiety.
While I’m usually a proponent of giving specifics, I’d rather not call her out publicly, so suffice it to say it was a hard time, and everyone felt the weight of it.
Unexpectedly, this friend emerged as a source of support and comfort for everyone else.
In the face of tremendous adversity, …