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I have yet to have a reason to use this, but I keep it in my pocket until do. > Stand at the brink of the abyss of despair, and when you see that you cannot be
by darknavi 2y ago
I have yet to have a reason to use this, but I keep it in my pocket until do.
> Stand at the brink of the abyss of despair, and when you see that you cannot bear it anymore, draw back a little and have a cup of tea.
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> — Elder Sophrony of Essex
It's a quote from the end of Lars Doucet's post, Losing my son.
Stay strong, and if not strong, then just stay.
https://www.fortressofdoors.com/i-lost-my-son/ https://www.fortressofdoors.com/i-lost-my-son/
- ErigmolCt 2y agoSometimes, strength isn't about fighting through... it's just about making it to the next moment, the next breath, the next cup of tea.