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sprinkleeninow

(20,249 posts)
Fri Dec 22, 2023, 12:54 AM Dec 2023

☦️ Truth be told, I'm hurting, struggling, grieving

and feel imprisoned, shunned, avoided, in a desert where there are no streams, doubting, not trusting fully, confused, distraught, heartsick..

No interest in any holiday hoopla. Christmas Eve and the Feastday of the Nativity hold meaning, but also diminished as in my participation. Have never ever expected or could have conceived such a state in which I would find myself.

Ukraine and now the ME is a profound weight upon my soul.

Simply speaking out into the cosmos.

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sprinkleeninow

(20,249 posts)
2. Acquiring virtues do not appear to be many beings' prioritization nowadays.
Fri Dec 22, 2023, 01:27 AM
Dec 2023

Of course, those weilding power in high places set the tone for those who are led to follow along.
Hearts of many will wax cold in the latter days.

whathehell

(29,067 posts)
3. Sprinkleeninow
Fri Dec 22, 2023, 01:47 AM
Dec 2023

I don't want to pry, but are there things in your personal life that are bothering you?..I ask because your post sounds so very sad and it concerns me...I've struggled with depression for most of my life, so if you need someone to talk to, I'd be happy to be of any help I can be. If you think I might, don't hesitate to pm me.

sprinkleeninow

(20,249 posts)
7. I know. In all my born days I never could have fathomed coming close
Fri Dec 22, 2023, 02:42 AM
Dec 2023

to the place of deepest soul agony where many of us are having experience.

TeamProg

(6,131 posts)
8. You are not alone, far from it. But please realize that these problems aren't just on the 'now'. This kind of human
Fri Dec 22, 2023, 03:11 AM
Dec 2023

caused pain and suffering to other humans has BEEN GOING ON ACROSS THE GLOBE since just about FOREVER.

The pain and depression of it all comes at us these days face-first on our computer screens. We are still deep in the information age.

We keep doom-scrolling hoping to find some glimmer of good news, but find more bad than good because BAD NEWS SELLS.

Maybe try taking a break from the news and get out and taked more walks or listen to some favorite music or read some recommended books.


SleeplessinSoCal

(9,120 posts)
9. I'm going to be the Cantor in church Christmas morning.
Fri Dec 22, 2023, 03:12 AM
Dec 2023

This, despite the enormous pressures of our household. But the challenges in our world are immeasurable. As the DU community we try to stay informed and engaged. And that may not always be possible or healthy.

I am not particularly religious, but I'm looking forward to singing all the carols Christmas morning. Singing truly can heal the weary soul. I highly recommend.

sprinkleeninow

(20,249 posts)
11. I do 'sing' in our churxh choir, when I'm there. 😇
Fri Dec 22, 2023, 04:32 AM
Dec 2023

It is uplifting for a spell.

A Blessed and Joyous Nativity!

SleeplessinSoCal

(9,120 posts)
12. I'm glad you know that.
Fri Dec 22, 2023, 06:11 AM
Dec 2023

I recommend Singing in the shower and/or when doing the dishes.

Have as good a Christnas as possible

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