Chances are, if you were drawn to the title of this blog, you know the definition of the word “anguish” all too well. You know it isn’t like “sadness” or “depression”; Anguish is nothing like “disappointment” or “sorrow” nor even, on its own, “grief.” Anguish is when you are ripped open, body and soul, and …
Sadness
A dog named Brindle has been in a gloomy mood and going through sadness for the past nine months. That’s because it’s been that long since he last saw his human companion, JD Aument, who is overseas serving as a firefighter in the Army Reserves. With his best friend out of sight and a thousand …
If you know someone who’s depressed, please resolve never to ask them why. Depression isn’t a straightforward response to a bad situation; depression just is, like the weather. Try to understand the blackness, lethargy, hopelessness, and loneliness they’re going through. Be there for them when they come through the other side. It’s hard to be …
It’s okay to be sad. It isn’t your job to smile or hide your truth to make other people feel more comfortable. If people try to silence your pain by telling you to get over it and cheer up because you’re no longer fun or you’re ruining the mood, you don’t have to push away …
What to Do When You’re Feeling blue. Everyone has sad, blue days sometimes. When the burdens of life pile up, or you’re exhausted from dealing with some seemingly-never-ending crisis, feeling blue is normal. Here are some strategies and tips for coping with those kinds of days and putting yourself into a sunnier disposition: 1. Know …
Life has knocked me down a few times. It has shown me things I never wanted to see. I have experienced sadness and failures. But one thing for sure, I ALWAYS GET UP. — Unknown
Life is a circle of happiness, sadness, hard times, and good times. If you are going through hard times have faith that good times are on the way. — Unknown
Don’t let the sadness of your past and your fear of the future ruin your happiness today. STAY POSITIVE because today could be the best day of your life. — Unknown The Gift Books : Inspiring Yourself & Others These books provide a shot in the arm to get you moving in the …
May the stars carry your sadness away. May the flowers fill your heart with beauty. May hope forever wipe away your tears, and above all, may silence make you strong. — Chief Dan George
I’m strong cause I know my weaknesses. I’m alive because I’m a fighter. I’m wise because I’ve been foolish. I laugh because I’ve known sadness. — Unknown Image by Lena Xatz