Some pain is simply the normal grief of human existence. That is pain that I try to make room for. I honor my grief.
Interpretation
Pain is a natural part of life, and it's essential to acknowledge and honor our grief.
Marianne Williamson highlights the inevitability of pain and grief in the human experience, suggesting that rather than trying to suppress these emotions, we should make space for them and recognize their significance. By honoring our grief, we accept it as a valid and essential part of our emotional journey, leading to a healthier relationship with our feelings and experiences.
In practice
In a speech about coping with loss, one might say, 'As Marianne Williamson reminds us, some pain is simply the normal grief of human existence.'
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