How to deal
For a friend in distress:
The ocean between us teems with jettisoned dreams. As I reach out to you I see the shape of another in your eyes. Your skin still burns with her betrayal so you recoil from my touch. The silence is filled with echoes of doors banging shut.
But if you look from behind the heavy curtains, what you will see is me. Eyes wide open looking back at you, hands outstretched to give, and a heart with wide open gates to welcome you. From my mouth: truth.
Sometimes life throws some major surprises our way. By their very nature they are unexpected, and unfortunately some are very unwelcome. The key is to not lose faith (in God, people, love, …). Take the time you need to get over your disappointments and then try to move on with your life. Learn the lessons you need from your experiences. Identify your part in what went wrong but don’t blame yourself for the wrongs of others. Forgive those that wronged you and lean on your friends for support. Don’t close yourself off from the world because one person in that world hurt you. Help them to find the right path or leave them if they won’t accept your help. Find your own way and know that happiness will find you. Hearts do heal.
