Good Pain

Good pain.

These words to my physiotherapist as I winced during my treatment.

It’s the same as those good problems, good troubles and good stress we sometimes face in work and life.

Our tendency toward always seeing the negative as something to avoid can stop us from seeing the possibilities and positives that can arise from any situation.

Yes …

the treatment may hurt a bit.

And …

it can bring us relief.

Yes …

the problem we’re facing may require a difficult solution.

And …

the solution provides a fresh start.

Yes …

the situation may be making us feel uncomfortable.

And …

the stress provides energy to stay the path.

As I work my way through some physical - and other - pain, doing my best to find the upside helps, don’t you agree?!

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