Importance of Death

 

"Before you can live a part of you has to die. You have to let go of what could have been, how you should have acted and what you wish you would have said differently. You have to accept that you can’t change the past experiences, opinions of others at that moment in time or outcomes from their choices or yours. When you finally recognize that truth then you will understand the true meaning of forgiveness of yourself and others. From this point you will finally be free."
-- Shannon L. Adler

 

Let yourself die. Let go of the part of you that seeks for approval from others, the part that doesn't protect your needs in favor of filling someone else's. Let go of what was to be able to embrace what is.

I recently said to a friend, dealing with their own health challenges- "It changes you. But then, I guess that's the whole point." We are the ones who decide if this life changes us for the better. Am I more compassionate, more loving, more present. Am I softer, kinder, more empathetic. Do I care more about others and show it?

Life altering events are meant to do just that, alter our lives. We are meant to take Gods hand and move forward into new life, a rebirth if you will. So, let the past die and embrace your future. God is there. He hears you. He will help you let go and move forward into your life. God bless and keep you. Let Him change your heart.