Every now and then, life throws us curve balls. Whether they’re little surprises or truly devastating, the optimal response is often the same. Realize that there were countless factors in the past that resulted in this event that we can’t even begin to identify or understand from our limited point of view. Regaining our balance and joy necessitates acknowledging our feelings, grieving for our disappointments, losses and heartaches and, when we’re ready, sincerely working to accept what is and forgive whoever we need to. When we take this path…

We heal.