DEALING WITH DISAPPOINTMENT

There are days when my inner ‘trust-meter’ is almost empty.   I hear the words:   

·        “Just trust me!” and I want to respond “Yeah, sure…” or 

·        “Trust the process”  and I want to whine “It’s too hard” or  

·        “Trust yourself” and I struggle not to say “You’ve got to be kidding”

When I am disappointed by others or I let myself down, it can be very difficult to produce hope.  When bad things suddenly happen with no warning, like natural disasters, illness, or unexpected disillusionment, it can be challenging to hold on to resilience. 

Despite the contrary evidence that may occur today, I want to keep my feet planted on the firm ground of promise and optimism.  I remind myself that whatever disappointment or discouragement I feel in this moment, it is only temporary and is often followed by reassurance, forgiveness, comfort, and support.  While I may have had many moments of let down, I have had many more moments of hope and connection.  So with courage and conviction, I will open my heart and mind to say YES to this day, YES to myself, and YES to those I will encounter in it.