why so sad

                                               why so sad?

   

Does it feel like one of THOSE days? You know, the ones where you don't quite feel like yourself (whatever that is)? You're in a hate-everything-and-everyone sort of mood, while wondering why you're still alive and what your purpose is. If this is true for you, then join the club....every living person around you faces this sort of dilemma. It's just part of the human experience.

Dealing with these sorts of deep problems is never easy...there's no app for that (yet). We have to solve our problems through initiative and determination. And one of the best ways to cope in the midst of trials is laughter, a drug that doesn't a prescription, and the only one you should self-medicate with.

And, yet, you may not feel like laughing, especially if your life is dark and lonely at the  moment. But the alternative, spending all your time feeling sorry for yourself, will only lead to more depression and maybe even the need for actual medication. I definitely do not want that for you. You have two choices: either find the cause of your depression and solve it or choose to live positively until the problem goes away on its own. This too shall pass.

Contemplating suicide will not help you. If you are a Christian, you should remember doing so will only get you into trouble with the LORD. If you aren't, just remember there's always a better way. Instead of acting like World War 3 is just around the corner, make it your goal to do things you enjoy. Think happy thoughts, make happy sounds and intentionally build a life ruled by peace. For life is the operative word....for the very ability to breathe is something we should truly be thankful for.

Life isn't a bed of roses and sometimes we just have to put our big girl (or boy) pants and face it head on. But who ever said that we have to be sad while doing so? Spread joy. The next time you see someone looking down, ask them "Why are you so sad?" Do your best to encourage them to be filled with joy and to be empowered to make life whatever they want it to be. 

remember life is what you make it !