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| Image: with thanks via Iraj Jahanshahi |
Most of us will do anything but confront and understand our own selves; our own pain and darkness. we will indulge in blame, analysis, activity, substances, other people -- anything that will numb our pain, distract us or give us pleasure. Anything that promises escape.
It takes a combination of immense pain and courage to walk into one's internal hell and confront one's neediness, brokenness and vileness; and to give up one's attachments - our most prized possessions, ideas and identities.
But this total dispossession and submission is the price for the real and lasting cure for our pain and suffering.
Allah is with those who strive for His sake, those who are sincere and patient. And Allah knows best.
image with thanks via Iraj Jahanshahi on facebook
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