A couple of things that help to get through tough thoughts
The human experience is something that is filled with love, passion, creativity, joy, connection, compassion, laughter… and the taste of chocolate. But because we as human beings learn, evolve and grow through life’s ups and downs, our experience also includes plenty of difficult situations that take a toll. The key that I have come to rely on is to not let life’s difficult situations get the best of me, and you don't have to either. Think about the most gut-wrenching situations you’ve endured in your life. Doing so likely brings up some very uncomfortable feelings. And the associated memories may stir anxiety, stress, anger or sadness, and thus, may continue to quietly affect the quality of your life. This is a predicament many of us face. Now imagine how you would feel if you were able to get over these feelings. And by “get over” I mean you no longer suffering over something that has happened in the distant past. I know this is possible because I have come to peac...