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JANUARY 22

COMPASSION

PHYSICAL BALANCE

“I would rather feel compassion than know the meaning of it.”

Thomas Aquinas

It is important to remember that many with chronic pain have an altered body image. I’m no different. But I don’t limit myself with the label “disabled.” My focus is no longer on my chronic pain and what I can’t do, but on having compassion for others and for myself. Compassion allows me to focus on what I can do, for others and for myself. And the more compassion I feel, the more I live in the light of recovery, instead of in the darkness and depression of my disease.

I have compassion for my body and focus on what I can do, rather than focusing on my chronic pain and what I can’t do. I remember that I have made huge strides and continue to work on increasing my abilities. I have compassion and love for my body today.