Many of us at one time or another find ourselves alone . . . either by choice or at the hands of fate |
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reached a certain age in life . . . you have a story - or stories tucked
away in your heart that will trigger sadness when you retrieve them to
memory. Perhaps
a common story many people can relate to is a time when they felt very alone. Usually, it
coincided with a transition in their life - a period of letting go and
preparing for a new cycle.
The transition period will vary in its duration. For some, it can be quite accelerated. For others, it seems endless. It hinges on the dictates of fate and how much resistance the individual is to 'change'. Even if a person is willing and tries to initiate change, he/she usually has conditions. Perhaps this is what gets in the way. While experiencing the loneliness, most people aren't sure of the reason. All they know is that the rug has been pulled out from under them. That their lives had stagnated and that they were in a rut - doesn't matter. Even with this realization, they are reluctant to change anything because at least it is a familiar rut. Fear of the unknown is a lot more threatening. Separation from a loved one, a job, a residence, or even a cherished ideal is very traumatic. Yet, it is part of the human experience. We are at the mercy of our emotions until we develop understanding and acceptance. So many of us ask "why?". The answer isn't always immediately apparent. It is often delayed. When least expected, it will come in a flash of insight - although some of us may never really know for sure. Your sense of isolation is emphasized during the holidays. You may surround yourself with other people . . . and yet . . . you still feel quite alone. This is a very common experience. Of course, it helps if you make the effort to be with people rather than allowing yourself to withdraw. Focus on positive thoughts and see yourself coming through your transition with a happy ending. You will attract whatever you believe is possible. Is there a
'cure' for a
broken heart?
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