Day 121

I've been thinking lately about how it's important to celebrate with others when exciting opportunities come their way, or when their life is going really well, or when great news comes, etc.

For some of us, the biggest challenge is when the very things we're celebrating with others about are the things we've dreamed of, wanted, hoped for. Whether it's love, a new pair of shoes, a career opportunity, a position of responsibility that we've desired, a first house, or a baby, when others get to experience that, it might be difficult for many of us to celebrate with them.

But it's so important. To celebrate with them, that is. It's important to be a positive part of that experience, rather than sucking the life and joy out of what should be a really exciting time. That's what I'm striving to do. I'm trying to celebrate with others, regardless of my life situation. I will rejoice with others when they get to experience something that I've desired.

Consider this - it's still going to happen whether you're jealous or happy. Think about what the better choice is. Is jealousy a good feeling? No, it's terrible. Nothing good comes from jealousy, except bitterness and rifts. Is celebrating and being happy a good feeling? Of course. I know you're not dumb. It was more of a rhetorical question, sorry. :)

I'm not saying it's easy. I am saying it's the better of the two choices.

Something to think about, anyway. I hope you can get something out of this. I know that some of you reading this are going through some really hard times. It's easier said than done to choose happiness and celebration with others over sadness, jealousy, bitterness, anger. I can never experience your pain or suffering. That's your own. I don't know what else to say about that, other than it must be difficult. Really difficult.

I'll be praying for you. I don't know everyone's story, but I will be praying that the story takes a turn for the better. More importantly, I'll be praying that somehow the story leads to peace, even in the hard times.

Thanks for stopping by and reading. Take care.