I’m sorry you’re having one of those days, I can relate.
I like this one quote ......
* It’s hard to see the rainbow when you’re in the middle of the storm *
Gentlest of hugs to you Mamabear <3

This one helps me for the times when I am bone weary and feeling like *wrong* is the best I can do on my own.

That is why, for Christ's sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong. ~2 Corinthians 12:10

I ruminate too much, and can easily make myself sick enough to end up dry heaving in the bathroom. Not exactly "inspirational", but I go to silly songs like YMCA for help. And at least it doesn't hurt too bad if they get called stupid.

I go througj those days too. I hope you are having a better day today.

my favorite quotes from one of my favorite books is “things to do today: breathe in. breathe out” maybe not very inspiring? but it reminds me that as long as i am alive and breathing i have done one good thing for myself a day. and sometimes remembering i have done one good thing motivates me to do 2 the next day. i’m sorry you you had such a trying day. i hope tomorrow can be a little bit lighter for you. supportive hugs to get you through xxx

It's a cliche, but I like

"Inch by inch, life's a cinch. Yard by yard, life is hard."

Sometimes I'm mentally trying to cover all steps at the same time, and then it feels impossible. Just focussing on one thing at a time. One moment at a time.

One I have shared before but it meant a lot to me

"Through pain and suffering the God of surprises has given us a powerful, poignant way to change and grow"


TW
This was powerful to me caregiving my parents when they we declining .... It was written by Judy Collins who lost her child to suicide

I thought if she can embrace these words then so can I and I do try.... I've never forgotten them

Hey there MammaBear, sorry you're having one of those rough days

Here are a couple scriptures that give me comfort and speaks directly to those times of anxiety, worry, and confusion!

"The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” (Deuteronomy 31:8)

"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." (Philippians 4:6-7)

Sending big hugs

Wow, SC, I saw Judy Collins sing up close live last summer at a concert. I had no idea she'd lost a child to suicide. That makes me cherish the memory of her beautiful performance all the more.

I really like arfie's quote from Corinthians about how when I am weak I am strong. It reminds me of the power of how we open up to each other to be vulnerable here.

I'm teaching Tuesdays with Morrie in 3 classes right now, so Morrie's wisdom's on my mind these days. Here's a passage that always teaches me anew:

"“Life is a series of pulls back and forth. You want to do one thing, but you are bound to do something else. Something hurts you, yet you know it shouldn’t. You take certain things for granted, even when you know you should never take anything for granted. “A tension of opposites, like a pull on a rubber band. And most of us live somewhere in the middle. “ Sounds like a wrestling match, I say. “A wrestling match.” He laughs. “Yes, you could describe life that way.” So which side wins, I ask? “Which side wins?” He smiles at me, the crinkled eyes, the crooked teeth. “Love wins. Love always wins.”
https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/tag/tuesdays-with-morrie

oh, that touches me and i love it so much, Muj.

"Love wins. Love always wins."

Inspired by your strength, gentle hugs!