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Numbing? Soothing? (By the way, this is a family channel ;)

We all bear pain in our lives. I'd like to believe that we are given what we can handle. But, How do we handle it? So often we resort to compulsions and addictions that merely reinforce the pain.  What is it that draws us to make the same decision of regret. Is the repetition and familiarity of the outcome comforting?

It is awfully brave to face our pain and walk through it. It is probably the more healthy choice too. We don't always have the luxury of that choice. On occasion, the pain really is too much. At these times, anaesthasia is a survival mechanism that works.

Consider productive forms of anaesthesia. Consider art. To refine your art, often repetition is required. Miniscule details need addressed, over and over. Be it music, writing, sculpting, running, cooking.... The body and mind need to absorb the exercise into your muscular and nervous system in order to make it a part of your being. At other times, a project just needs excessive, minute attention. Either way, here's a chance to sooth yourself without robbing your soul.

Let your body and mind find comfort in the exercise. Focus on the repeat. Let yourself be lost in the task. Let yourself be part of the art of healing. Something good may come of it.