Recently, I heard a blurb on why suffering is permitted, especially by those (including myself), who believe in a God that profoundly loves us. I too carry a hidden intimacy with chronic cluster migraines for the past 25 years, that left me in lonely, desperate pity parties celebrated every minute of every day. After dutifully attempting all “cures” – I left the world of the shoulder-shrugging, well-intentioned neurologists many years ago. Yet there is a silver lining to desperation… and it glows in the stillness of prayer. Embracing my pain emancipates an unexpected richness in the grace of peace drawn from ever-deepening prayer. The many levels of prayer removes my filter of focusing on pain, unleashes the cascading ambience of my intimate and omnipresent Father, my Redeemer and understanding Son, and the warmth of a comforting Spirit. Even during the excruciating times that sap the will to do anything but melt…I know prayer is my answer-even…
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On Faith and Writing 
Many people suffering from this kind of isolation have strong social networks, but lack a significant bond with their friends. While they can build superficial friendships, they are often not able to confide in many people. People who are emotionally isolated usually feel lonely and unable to relate to others. This condition has historically been most common among men.
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Thank you Celia for stopping in and sharing your thoughts.
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Recently, I heard a blurb on why suffering is permitted, especially by those (including myself), who believe in a God that profoundly loves us. I too carry a hidden intimacy with chronic cluster migraines for the past 25 years, that left me in lonely, desperate pity parties celebrated every minute of every day. After dutifully attempting all “cures” – I left the world of the shoulder-shrugging, well-intentioned neurologists many years ago. Yet there is a silver lining to desperation… and it glows in the stillness of prayer. Embracing my pain emancipates an unexpected richness in the grace of peace drawn from ever-deepening prayer. The many levels of prayer removes my filter of focusing on pain, unleashes the cascading ambience of my intimate and omnipresent Father, my Redeemer and understanding Son, and the warmth of a comforting Spirit. Even during the excruciating times that sap the will to do anything but melt…I know prayer is my answer-even when it’s not my cure. Therefore, for those of you in far worse condition then me, please seek beyond your wills for the extraordinary grace glowing in your distant and dark nights.
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Thank you Fidel for your encouraging thoughts. They are much appreciated.
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