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How to Let Hope Lead You to a Place of Peace
So that you can be there for yourself and others.
If we are peaceful, if we are happy, we can smile, and everyone in our family, our entire society, will benefit from our peace. ~ Thich Nhat Hanh
It is possible to feel at peace even when there are challenges in your life.
Peace is a stillness from within. It is a challenge, but it is available for anyone.
When my child was struggling with addiction, I had many sleepless nights. For instance, I worried about my child’s safety 24/7, as well, and felt consumed with sadness.
A peaceful life is possible no matter what your situation. It doesn’t mean that the challenge with substance use in your family will instantly disappear, but it can improve things.
While not always easy, I found that I could feel the pain of what I was going through and still be a source of support for my child.
A few years back, I listened to an interview with a father whose daughter was dependent on drugs. He seemed so calm and had it all together as he spoke.
He talked about the work he had done to heal himself. It included group work, all the journals he had written, and his exercise regime, including yoga and aerobic exercise.
