Problems

I told you I get my inspirations from some very different places. This I got off a TV commercial for an upcoming TV show. I didn't even get the name of the show I was too busy writing down what was said:

Life isn't no problems, it's being able to deal with the ones you have.

Yeah, alright in all of our fantasy worlds life would have no problems, but unfortunately that isn't going to happen. So we have to learn to deal with the ones we do have, and I believe by learning with each problem, we acquire better and different tools that allow us to conquer any problems that may come our way.

Problems come in all sizes, textures and flavors. From something as simple as finding a pair of shoes that match on the morning you are running incredibly late, to a loved one passing on. I am a firm believer in the saying that God never gives you more than you can handle.

Even though I believe that, there are days when I say - God you have got to be kidding! I'm supposed to handle this issue? And, of course, it always seems to come when there are other issues and situations going on that need my attention. I feel pulled a million ways and all I want to do is curl up into the fetal position and cry Momma!

But we cannot give into those depressing, draining thoughts. We need to look at the problem dead on, give it our most intimidating stare and push our way through it. Even the ones we swear to ourselves we can't. Because we can do it. We have to take a moment and assess the situation, look at it from all angles, maybe even get outside help and assistance, but know that somewhere maybe deeper than you have ever dug before, you have the strength to work through what your problem is.

If you come up to a problem you feel unsolvable, no matter what, that is when your friends come in. No, they can't solve it for you, but they can have your back and be there behind you so when you look over your shoulder you have their reassurance and support.

Also, remember, that is a give and take issue too. There will be a time when your friend/s come to you and ask for your support. Be there for them. Remember how they were there for you and back them like they backed you.

You may be ashamed or for some other reason have a hard time asking for help. Know that everybody is that way, help is the hardest thing to ask for. So when you see a friend that may be having problems, do not hesitate to offer your help. They may resist at first, but maybe just having the knowledge that you are out there, ready to help, that just might be enough for them to make it through their problem.

So for today, I hope you take away that we are not alone in this world. We may feel that we are, we may not have family right here, but there is someone in your town or city that has been through what you are going through and can help. Its also a good way to find new friends. There are many support groups. I bet if you call your city's health department they can put you on the path to finding the right support group. And as always, a word of caution. As many good people are out there, there are those few bad apples. Get recommendations from trusted people and agencies. I don't recommend posting an ad on Craig's List.

You are a very important person, and your problems are important too, they need to be solved so that you can move onward and upward to a more joyous and peaceful life, which is something we all deserve.